Cynthia Hazel Belyeu, 83, of Modesto, California, died on August 16, 2023 at her home on the 300 block of Emerson Avenue. Known as Cindy, she was described as a loving wife, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother.

Police say the death occurred when Cynthia was accidentally shot by her son during an unintentional discharge while he was clearing his firearm inside the residence. Authorities have classified the incident as an accidental shooting; no arrests or suspects have been identified and no charges were reported.

The family’s obituary gives her birthdate as July 18, 1940 and notes the shock her sudden passing has caused among relatives and neighbors. Does anyone have information about the timeline that day or witnessed activity on Emerson Avenue on August 16, 2023?