Eleven-Year-Old Boy Shot in Home | Milwaukee News

An 11-year-old boy, Samare Heard, died tragically after shooting himself in a home where he had no prior exposure to guns — a heartbreaking incident that unfolded while his mother was away at work, leaving her boyfriend, Christopher Taper, alone with him. Taper, now wanted on charges including child neglect leading to death and firearm possession, allegedly called his mother in panic before vanishing without calling for help. Samare, a bright, helpful kid who loved traveling and recently turned 11, is remembered by his family as a loving child — and his mother still believes Taper cared for him, even as authorities pursue justice for this devastating loss. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8f99150873bd9bb6