Amish child shot and killed while chipmunk hunting, troopers say
11/04/2024
An 11-year-old Amish child was shot in the head while chipmunk hunting with friends Saturday, according to a police report from Pennsylvania State Police.
Members of the Amish community told police that three kids participated in chipmunk hunting and two tried to hit the animal with their BB guns.
According to troopers, one round was fired from a .22 caliber rifle by one of the hunters, missing the chipmunk, with a follow-up round being discharged as the chipmunk came toward him.
After the final shot, another boy saw the 11-year-old lying on the ground motionless and went to get help from an adult who was working in the field.
The police report did not indicate if any charges will be filed.