Four-year-old Kaiden Dovani Everson died on April 28, 2024, after an apparent accidental shooting at a residence on Jeff Road. Kaiden had just turned four two weeks earlier and was remembered by family as a monster truck loving kid with an inquisitive, friendly nature who brought light to the household.

Huntsville Police say an overnight guest, 20-year-old Nacarius Mcconico, left a loaded firearm on a coffee table and later fell asleep. Police believe Kaiden found the weapon and accidentally shot himself. Evidence was presented to a Madison County grand jury, which led to Mcconico’s arrest on a charge of negligent homicide. Kaiden’s family has urged firearm owners to securely store guns, and the community raised funds to help with funeral expenses.

If anyone knew Kaiden or has information about how the weapon came to be accessible that morning, please come forward.