Family honors Indianapolis toddler on wouldbe birthday months after accidental shooting

Its been eight months since Corione & Gianna got to hug their son.

Its really hard trying to stay strong, said Gianna Butts.

Corione Butts Jr died in August at age 4. The toddler got ahold of a gun and accidentally shot himself.

Sunday would have been his 5th birthday. Even in their continued grief, his family decided to still celebrate his life.

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Source: WTHR

Published on April 14, 2025