According to officials, it was the boy’s father’s gun.

A 5-year-old boy in Utah accidentally shot himself with a gun he found at home. While playing in his parents’ bedroom on August 22, Brooks Thomas Wilson discovered a loaded 9mm handgun. Tragically, it went off when he picked it up, causing a fatal head injury. New York Post reported.

His parents, Bryan and Kristin Wilson, were home at the time and rushed into the room after hearing the gunshot. In a desperate attempt to save their son, Bryan performed CPR while they waited for medical help. Emergency responders attempted resuscitation, but Brooks succumbed to his injuries.

Santaquin Police Lt. Mike Wall said the shooting appears to have been accidental and there is no suspicion of foul play.

The boy’s family released a statement calling the incident an “unimaginable tragedy.”

“We are losing a valued member who will be greatly missed. But through our faith in Jesus Christ we will get through this trial because we feel His love so deeply,” said a statement we have received. People.

“We would like to express our deepest gratitude to those who helped and to the community for their overwhelming support and compassion. This heartbreaking incident has taught us difficult lessons and we deeply regret that it happened this way. Our hearts are shattered and we hope that the loss of our family serves as a poignant reminder of how quickly life can change,” the family added.

They continued: “We hope this tragedy serves as a reminder to others to take every precaution to ensure the safety of their children. As we come together to grieve, we politely ask for privacy during this difficult time as we mourn the loss of our beloved little boy.”

According to the Giffords Law Center, Utah state law does not provide for criminal prosecution of people who leave unattended guns accessible to minors, nor does it require confiscation of the guns.