In a shocking incident in Colorado, a teenager was shot in the face while he and his friend were searching for a location to take homecoming photos. The 17-year-old victim is now hospitalized with serious injuries after the attack.
According to an affidavit from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, the teenager experienced significant bleeding and told deputies that he feared he was going to die.
The incident occurred on a Tuesday afternoon when the two high school friends, both 17, set out around 3:30 p.m. to find a picturesque spot for their homecoming pictures. They drove around until they found a house with a lake and a dock, which they thought would be an ideal setting for their photos.
Upon arriving at the property, the teens parked their car and approached the house to request permission from the homeowner. They knocked on the door but received no response. After waiting for a while, they returned to their vehicle, which was parked on the roadside near the property.
While one of the boys was preparing a note to leave for the homeowner, they noticed a truck pull up and block their car. The driver of the truck, identified as 38-year-old Brent Metz, got out of the vehicle, approached the boys, and pulled out a handgun. The situation quickly escalated when Metz’s gun discharged, shattering the windshield of the boys’ car.
According to the affidavit, the boys heard Metz exclaim, “Oh s—, my gun went off.” In the chaos, the passenger of the car tried to help his injured friend by applying pressure to the wound. Metz also attempted to render aid, but the injured boy pushed him away and questioned why he had been shot.
The victim reported that he did not see the gun but heard the shot. Despite Metz’s attempt to assist, the teenager was severely injured, with heavy bleeding from his face and blood running down his arm. The friend of the injured boy used a t-shirt to try to control the bleeding until help arrived.
When officers arrived at the scene, they found an apparent bullet hole in the windshield, which was positioned where the driver’s seat had been. Metz was questioned by police but chose not to answer their inquiries, requesting to speak with his lawyer instead.
Metz later admitted that the gun was kept in the truck for safety reasons. He was arrested and taken to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, where he was booked on charges of first-degree assault, felony managing, illegal discharge of a firearm, and reckless endangerment.
The incident remains under investigation as authorities work to piece together the full details of the shooting. The injured teen’s condition is serious, and his family is deeply concerned about his recovery.
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This tragic event has left the community in shock and has sparked discussions about safety and responsible firearm use. The case highlights the need for clear communication and understanding, especially in situations involving firearms and potential misunderstandings.