Archive · 6 Sep 2025
Illinois Man Charged in Daughter's Accidental Shooting
In Illinois, a father, David Schultheis, accidentally shot and killed his 14-year-old daughter, Emma, while aiming at a bird.
Schultheis has been charged with reckless discharge of a firearm.
Karen Schwarze is also charged for hiding the gun and telling others not to speak to the police.
The tragic event occurred on July 21, and the charges were filed on September 2.
The police are investigating the case.
The community is calling for stricter firearm safety measures.
David Schultheis accidentally shot and killed his 14-year-old daughter.
The incident occurred in Prairie Du Rocher, Illinois.
Schultheis was aiming at a bird when the accident happened.
Schultheis was charged with reckless discharge of a firearm.
Karen Schwarze was charged with concealing evidence and obstruction of justice.
- Who
- David Schultheis and Karen Schwarze
- What
- David Schultheis charged with reckless discharge of a firearm; Karen Schwarze charged with concealment of a homicidal death and obstruction of justice.
- When
- July 21 (incident) and September 2 (charges filed)
- Where
- Prairie Du Rocher, Illinois
- Why
- David Schultheis accidentally shot his daughter while attempting to shoot a bird.
- Victim
- Emma Schultheis
- Father
- David Schultheis
- Charges
- Reckless discharge of a firearm
- Additional Charge
- Concealment of a homicidal death and obstruction of justice
- Location
- Prairie Du Rocher, Illinois
- Incident Date
- July 21
- Victim's Age
- 14
