Kevin Bishop, 50, died after being shot at a residence on the 8100 block of 49th Avenue North in St. Petersburg, Florida, on July 21, 2024. Deputies found Bishop with a gunshot wound to the chest; he was taken to a local hospital and pronounced dead shortly after arrival.

Investigators say Bishop and his 57-year-old roommate, William Tompkins, had been drinking and handling firearms. Bishop reportedly showed Tompkins his collection and assured him the guns were unloaded. The pair pointed some guns at themselves and each other without them firing. When Bishop took a Glock 21 from Tompkins and Tompkins’ fingers released the firearm, Bishop grabbed it and was accidentally shot. Tompkins called 911 and was questioned; it is unknown whether he faces charges and the investigation remained open.

Anyone with information about what happened that evening or who knew Bishop is asked to come forward.