Eddric Pierre was 8 years old when he died from a gunshot on June 8, 2017, in the rural Oma community north of Monticello, Mississippi. He attended Monticello Elementary School and was remembered by classmates and teachers for a big personality, with nicknames that reflected his energy. Friends described him as funny, goofy, and at ease with himself; basketball and football were the activities he enjoyed.

Local reports and later memorials describe the incident as an accidental gunshot rather than an act of deliberate violence. No arrests, named suspects, or criminal charges are reported in connection with how the firearm was discharged. His online memorial shows the community’s grief and the personal memories left by friends and family.

If anyone knew Eddric or has information about what happened that day, please share what you remember.