Kentucky middle school star football player accidentally shot and killed
Jett Ballard had a bright future. The middle school football star was an All-Star for the past two seasons and played on the Region 3 Battle of the Region football team while on the Middle School football roster in Berea, Kentucky.
According to reports, Ballard was visiting friends in Estill County, Kentucky and they young boys were shooting a gun. That is when Ballard was accidentally shot.
The State Police initial investigation determined a 14-year-old child was accidentally shot by a 13-year-old child outside of the residence.
Life-saving measures were attempted on scene. However, the child was pronounced dead by the Estill County Coroner.
Please keep the Ballard family in your prayers during this very difficult time.
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