Eight-year-old D’Angelo Darrell Alcorn died on December 9, 2024, after an accidental shooting in his family’s Akron home on Evergreen Avenue. According to the preliminary investigation, D’Angelo found an unsecured handgun on the second floor, shot himself in the torso, and was taken to Akron Children’s Hospital, where he later died. A handgun was recovered and authorities reported no evidence of foul play; no charges have been filed and the investigation remains ongoing.

D’Angelo was a third-grade student at Crouse Community Learning Center, remembered for a bright smile and kind nature. Family members Shawnee and Darrell Alcorn took part in a candlelight vigil held by the community; the school provided on-site emotional support for students and staff. The case has prompted renewed attention to gun safety and outreach programs offering free gun locks and education.

If anyone knew D’Angelo or has information about the incident, please share what you can.