Dog the Bounty Hunter’s Grandson Dies in Tragic Accident

In a heartbreaking turn of events, the family of Duane Chapman, better known as Dog the Bounty Hunter, is mourning the tragic death of 13-year-old Anthony Zecca. The young boy was accidentally shot and killed by his father, Gregory Zecca, in their apartment in Naples, Florida, on Saturday night.

According to official sources, police received a call about a shooting around 8 PM local time. When they arrived, they found Anthony had been seriously injured. Sadly, he could not be saved. Authorities have called this an “isolated incident” and are continuing their investigation. So far, no arrests have been made.

Anthony’s father, Greg Zecca, is the son of Dog the Bounty Hunter’s wife, Francie Frane, from a previous marriage. Francie and Duane Chapman married in 2021, after both had lost their previous spouses. Their bond was formed during a time of shared grief, and they later became a family. Greg worked alongside Dog as part of his bounty hunting team, and also with Dog’s daughter, Lyssa Chapman.

In a statement released through their representative, Dog and Francie said,

“We are grieving as a family over this incomprehensible tragic accident and would ask for continued prayers as we grieve the loss of our beloved grandson, Anthony.”

They have also asked for privacy while the family processes this painful loss.

Little is known about how exactly the incident occurred. It has been described as a “freak accident,” but investigators are still gathering more details. What is clear is that this tragedy has deeply hurt a family that has already experienced loss in the past.

The sudden loss of a child is one of the most painful experiences a family can face. For the Chapman-Frane family, this tragedy has reopened wounds of past grief and has left them trying to make sense of an unimaginable event.

Neighbors and friends in Naples, Florida, have expressed their shock and sadness, describing Anthony as a kind and curious young boy who loved spending time with his family. Local residents say the family kept a low profile and seemed close.

While many know Dog the Bounty Hunter as a strong and fearless figure on television, this tragedy reminds us that no one is immune to heartbreak. The family is now focusing on supporting each other and honoring the memory of young Anthony.

This incident also brings renewed attention to the importance of gun safety in homes, especially where children are present. Authorities have not released further details about whether the weapon was legally owned or how it ended up being fired.

As the investigation continues, the family asks for prayers and time to grieve in peace. This tragic event has left a deep scar on those closest to Anthony and serves as a sad reminder of how quickly life can change.