Autopsy Results Released On Christmas Eve Hunting Accident

December 30, 2009

The accidental shooting death of Edward Raynor Jr on Christmas Eve we reported on yesterday but more information has emerged today with information from the autopsy being released. According to the Daily Record Mr. Raynor was shot with multiple buckshot pellets in the head and torso area with the fatal wound being a chest wound.

Sampson County Medical Examiner Dr. Carl Barr said Mr. Raynor had been shot in the back from a distance with buck shot, pellets lodging in his head, arms and chest. The immediate cause of death was due to at least one pellet that penetrated Mr. Raynor’s heart, Dr. Barr said.
Wildlife Officer Tim Sasser said Mr. Raynor was shot from a distance of 29 yards, not elevated, but on the ground.
Dr. Barr said Mr. Raynor was not wearing hunter orange when he arrived at Sampson Regional Medical Center but said it was possible the clothing had been left at the scene.

This is a tragic story for everyone involved, a family has lost their husband/father and son. Then I can’t imagine the pain his hunting friend is going through knowing he has killed him. Our thought and prayers are with everyone involved. Please be careful out there and hunt safe.