A hunting trip in Elko County ended in a fatal accident on October 2, 2015. Stephen James Foley, 48, of Carson City was packing gear with three friends in O’Neil Basin, about 20 miles south of Jackpot, when a rifle being handled by a 49-year-old companion discharged. A single round passed through the vehicle’s door and struck Foley in the chest.

Companions called for help and attempted first aid, but Foley died at the scene. Deputies arrived about 20 minutes after the emergency call. Detectives investigated and the Elko County Undersheriff said the shooting occurred while the friend was unloading the firearm; authorities ruled the death an accident. No arrests were made.

Foley worked as a registered nurse at Carson Tahoe Health and had been a long-time employee. If anyone was in the O’Neil Basin area that day or has information about the events around the shooting, please come forward.