Blake Andrew Case was 7 when he died in Lowmansville, Kentucky, on July 3, 2016. Blake and his 8-year-old brother were playing with a gun at a residence on July Drive when the weapon discharged; Blake was fatally wounded. An adult was present during the incident.

Kentucky State Police described the shooting as accidental, and investigators reported that no criminal charges were anticipated. The local community grieved, and the school’s PTO organized fundraisers to support the family.

If anyone knew the family or was in Lowmansville that day and can share relevant details, please post what you remember.