Gun Violence Archive
Incident
1-7-2026 Alabama Hayden 1-0
January 7, 2026
Location
24 Orchard Cir
Hayden, Alabama
Incident Characteristics
  • Shot - Dead (murder, accidental, or suicide)
  • Accidental Shooting
  • Accidental Shooting - Death
  • Accidental/Negligent Discharge
  • Child Involved Incident
  • Possession of gun by felon or prohibited person
Notes
Blount County; five other children, and their mother, Evelyn Etress, were at the home; Etress charged with aggravated child abuse and reckless manslaughter; unclear who fired weapon; multiple guns were found in the home, including three long guns and the handgun;
District Information
Congressional District:
4
State Senate District:
17
State House District:
34