Published: 16 Feb 2026 › Updated: 16 Feb 2026
Accidental Shooting Statistics (Updated 2026)
Accidental shootings make up just 1% of firearm deaths, yet hundreds of families are affected each year.
Fatalities have declined since 2021, but youth cases remain a concern.
See the full breakdown, trends, and CDC data in https://ammo.com/articles/accidental-shooting-statistics
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