Nicholas Mitro, 37, of Kewanee was cited for violating the Firearms Child Protection Act and endangering the life or health of a child following an investigation into the shooting incident that occurred in the 400 block of Rice Street on Sunday, August 13.
The Kewanee Police Department reported that a 6-year-old child was taken to the hospital for a gunshot wound to the left hand and stated that the initial investigation pointed to the child having access to a handgun in their residence.
On Thursday, Aug. 16, the KPD wrapped up its investigation into the incident. A warrant was executed on the residence. Evidence collected included a loaded 9mm semi-automatic pistol, one spent 9mm casing and a surveillance system. An investigator located a bullet hole in the ceiling of the kitchen area.
After reviewing the matter, the Henry County State’s Attorney’s Office and the Kewanee Police Department issued a notice to appear in court to Mitro. He was charged with a Class A and C misdemeanor. A Class A misdemeanor carries a potential sentence of up to 364 days in jail.
Anyone with any information about the incident can still contact the KPD at (309) 853-1911.
