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Father of infant allegedly killed by 10-year-old arrested
By KGNS — Sitewide
· June 29, 2026
· 2 min read
ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4/Gray News) - The father of an infant killed by a 10-year-old in St. Louis was arrested in connection with her death.Ca’Marion Pawnell, 19, was charged with one count of second-degree felony murder, one count of endangering the welfare of a child resulting in death, a...
Key takeaway (First Alert 4/Gray News) - The father of an infant killed by a 10-year-old in St.
Why this matters in The Laredo
The tragic incident in St. Louis, where a 10-year-old allegedly shot and killed a 7-month-old infant, raises concerns about gun safety and responsible storage in Laredo homes. Although the incident occurred outside of Webb County, it serves as a stark reminder for local parents and guardians to ensure that firearms are securely stored, out of reach of children. The fact that the 10-year-old knew where the gun was and had access to it for an extended period is a disturbing detail that should prompt Laredo residents to review their own gun storage practices. As the community continues to follow this case, it will be important to consider what measures can be taken locally to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future, such as increased education and awareness about proper gun storage and safety.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4/Gray News) - The father of an infant killed by a 10-year-old in St. Louis was arrested in connection with her death.Ca’Marion Pawnell, 19, was charged with one count of second-degree felony murder, one count of endangering the welfare of a child resulting in death, a...
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