James E. Baker, 64, of Amelia, Ohio, was killed on June 18, 2016, when he was fatally shot in the neck during a concealed carry class at his own business, KayJay Gun Shop. The shooting occurred as a student was practicing weapon malfunction drills and a firearm accidentally discharged. Immediate attempts were made to resuscitate Baker, but he was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Clermont County Sheriff’s Office investigated and reviewed the matter with the prosecutor’s office. Investigators did not identify the student who fired the shot, and no charges were filed; the death was ruled an accident. Baker was remembered by the community as friendly and willing to help others.

If anyone attended that class or has information about the shooting, can you share what you remember?