Authorities Investigate Tragic Death of 3-Year-Old Boy in Otter Tail County
Authorities in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, are investigating the accidental shooting death of 3-year-old Rudy Sweere, who tragically shot himself on Sunday evening.
The incident occurred at around 5:40 p.m. in Oak Valley Township, near Deer Creek, approximately 160 miles northwest of the Twin Cities. Rudy was rushed to a hospital in Wadena but was pronounced dead on Monday morning despite medical efforts.
The Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office is actively looking into the circumstances surrounding the incident. As of Monday, authorities have not disclosed how the child accessed the firearm or whether other individuals were present during the accident.
Sheriff’s Office officials have expressed their condolences to the family and emphasized their commitment to thoroughly investigating the events that led to the tragedy.
This heartbreaking incident highlights the critical importance of firearm safety, particularly in homes with young children. Authorities are urging gun owners to ensure firearms are unloaded, locked, and securely stored out of children’s reach.
Further information will be made available as the investigation continues.
