Jacob Lara, 19, died on July 15, 2016, in Houston after an accidental shooting at his home in the 11200 block of Sageland Drive. The victim was handling his handgun with his 16-year-old girlfriend in the early morning when the weapon discharged as she attempted to latch the safety. Lara was struck in the face and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Houston Police Homicide investigators found no evidence of an argument or any fighting before the shooting. Authorities described the death as a tragic accident; the case was referred to a Harris County grand jury to consider charges, but no arrests or suspects were identified. Friends and family remembered Lara as polite, educated, and passionate about cars and sports, and a GoFundMe was created to help with funeral costs.

If anyone knew Jacob or has information about that night, please share what’s known.