Cayden Williams, a 10-year-old boy from Cleveland, Ohio, died on June 6, 2022 after being struck by a bullet that traveled upward from a gun fired on the first floor of his family home on East 77th Street near Donald Avenue. Cayden was in an upstairs bedroom when his aunt, who was downstairs, accidentally fired a gun through the living room ceiling; the bullet passed through the floor and hit him in the head. He was taken to UH Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital and later died of his injuries.

The aunt’s identity has not been disclosed; she was arrested on unspecified charges and the case remains under investigation. Family members described Cayden as bright, fond of TikTok and able to carry intelligent conversations with adults. Cleveland City Councilwoman Stephanie Howse called attention to gun safety and the need for proper training for people with access to firearms.

Does anyone who knew Cayden or the family have additional information that could help the investigation?