Chad Alan Wainscott, 50, died after being struck by a single discharged round while inside Humphrey Double H Farms Enterprises Inc., a gun store in Carrollton, Kentucky, on the evening of Saturday, June 29, 2024. According to the Kentucky State Police, another customer was handling a firearm for sale when it discharged; the bullet struck Wainscott. Patrons rendered aid until emergency medical services arrived, and Wainscott was taken to Carroll County Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

Known to family as Little Chigger, he was a father of two and a grandfather whose obituary recalls his warm smile and love of the outdoors. Investigators say the person handling the weapon has cooperated and witnesses were interviewed; authorities stated no foul play is suspected and no charges have been announced as the investigation continues.

If anyone was at Humphrey Double H Farms Enterprises Inc. that evening or has information about what happened, please share what you know with investigators.