A tragic incident unfolded in Naples, Florida, on Saturday when a 13-year-old grandson of Francie Chapman, the wife of celebrated reality TV star and bounty hunter Dog the Bounty Hunter, was fatally injured in an apparent accidental shooting at his home on Sumter Grove Way. According to the report, the incident occurred around 8 p.m., and first responders arrived at the scene just minutes after the 911 call was made. Despite their efforts, the child succumbed to severe blood loss and the injuries sustained from the gunshot wound to the neck, with no visible exit wound.
The Collier County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed the death of the child and is conducting a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragic event. Authorities have not made any arrests and are gathering evidence through interviews with witnesses, forensic testing, and the execution of search warrants. The incident report, which has been redacted, indicates that the first deputy arrived at the scene four minutes after the call was received. Despite the rapid response, the child’s condition deteriorated quickly, and he passed away before any further medical intervention could be performed.
Details about the weapon involved in the incident were revealed after the scene was secured. A handgun along with an empty holster were recovered by the deputies. The weapon’s exact type and condition is not disclosed in the public report, raising questions about how the incident could have occurred unintentionally. The family, which includes Dog the Bounty Hunter, has not issued any public statements or responded to inquiries from the media, adding to the confusion and tragedy surrounding the incident.
Francie Chapman, who married Dog in 2021, has become a prominent figure in the entertainment industry as the wife of the popular TV personality. The incident adds to her family’s recent history, which includes the passing of her husband, Bob Frane, in December 2018, and the death of Dog’s first wife, Beth Chapman, who succumbed to throat cancer in June 2019. The recent tragedy has left the community in shock, and the impact on the family is yet to be fully understood.
While the cause of the shooting remains under investigation, the authorities have emphasized that it is an isolated incident. The sheriff’s office is committed to providing a comprehensive account of what occurred, stating that they are examining all possible angles that may have led to the tragedy. The family is still in the process of processing their loss, and the public is being asked to respect their privacy during this difficult time.