Louisiana Man Arrested After Allegedly Shooting 14-Year-Old Girl Playing Hide-and-Seek on His Property

A Louisiana man was arrested on Monday after allegedly shooting and wounding a 14-year-old girl who was playing hide-and-seek on his property.

David Van Doyle, 58, told detectives that he saw “shadows” outside his home and went inside to get his firearm. He then returned outside and observed people running away from his property, at which point he fired his gun, unknowingly striking the girl in the back of the head.

The 14-year-old victim was taken to a hospital with injuries that were not considered life-threatening. The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office identified the girl as a neighbor who had been playing hide-and-seek with several other minors in the area.

The incident has sparked a conversation among American parents about the impact of gun violence on their children. Many parents are calling for stricter gun control laws and better education on gun safety to protect their children from similar incidents.

“This is a tragedy that could have been avoided,” said one parent. “We need to do more to protect our children from gun violence.”

The incident has also raised questions about the need for better mental health resources in the community. Mental health professionals are urging people to be aware of the warning signs of potential violence and to seek help if they or someone they know is struggling.

“It’s important to remember that gun violence is often a symptom of a larger problem,” said another parent. “We need to make sure we’re doing everything we can to address the underlying issues.”