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Tragedy in Opelousas as Child Dies from Gun Shot | Lafayette Louisiana News
A four-year-old girl tragically died after finding an unsupervised firearm in Opelousas, Louisiana, sparking a heartbreaking investigation and community grief. The adult responsible, 30-year-old Lydell Rubin Jr., turned himself in facing charges of negligent homicide and illegal gun possession as a felon. Police Chief Graig LeBlanc offered condolences and urged the public to support the family, who are keeping their daughter’s identity private. Authorities continue to piece together how this devastating incident unfolded — a sobering reminder of the deadly risks unsecured guns pose to…
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