Granite Falls parents charged in accidental fatal shooting of infant

Jesse Kitson and Arabella Watts have been charged in connection with the tragic accidental shooting death of their 11-month-old daughter, Naleyna Rhonda Jean Kitson, in Granite Falls on December 4, 2021. Reports indicate that Kitson left his holstered Remington revolver on a coffee table while preparing dinner. The couple's conflicting testimonies—initially claiming Watts was not present during the shooting, then stating she was in the room—have complicated the investigation. Evidence suggests that Naleyna may have reached for the gun, which discharged when it fell from the table. The autopsy confirmed that she suffered a 'fatal through-and-through gunshot wound.

' This heartbreaking incident has raised significant concerns about firearm safety in homes with children, especially given the parents' prior convictions affecting their legal rights to possess firearms. As the case progresses, it serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of improper gun storage and parental responsibilities. Both defendants are set to appear in court for arraignment, facing serious charges that could lead to substantial prison sentences.