On Friday, August 25, 2017, at approximately 3:52 AM, the Sheriff's Office responded to the 4400 block of Bramble Drive in reference to an accidental shooting. Deputies responded and learned a three year old female had been shot in the foot. The child was transported to a local hospital where she was treated and is currently in stable condition.
The investigation revealed two of the parties in the home were extremely intoxicated and where handling a firearm when it accidentally discharged.
Based on interviews from all involved, Abraham Gutierrez, DOB 9/12/90, and Jose Gutierrez, DOB 10/9/89, were booked into the Criminal Justice Center Jail. Both have been charged with Felony Child Abuse, Second Degree Assault, Illegal Discharge of a Firearm and Prohibited Use of a Weapon.
Mug shots of A. Gutierrez and J. Gutierrez are attached to this Media Release.