6-Year-Old Boy Shot and Killed in Hunting Accident: 'He Will Never Be Forgotten,' Says Dad

Avery Davis.Photo:Courtesy of Jeremy Davis

Courtesy of Jeremy Davis

A 6-year-old boy died after he was shot in ahunting accidentin South Carolina on Friday, officials said.

On Monday, the agencysaid in their statement on X, formerly known as Twitter, that they were continuing to investigate the Orangeburg County shooting, calling the incident an “accident.”

“Our sympathy remains with the child’s family and loved ones,” their statement continued.

The department did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment.

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Jeremy, Avery’s father, said in an emotional statement posted to Facebook that he was at “a loss” for words and couldn’t “process” the tragedy.

“There is so much to say about this bright soul and big heart but I don’t know where to begin. Everyone that knew this boy of mine loved him,” he added. “He was a live wire that was known all across the country for his silly ways and love of the outdoors. He definitely got his money worth out of his 6 short years on earth.”

“I couldn’t be prouder of my son and rest assured he will never be forgotten,” he continued.

source: people.com