Marian Catholic High School Sophomore Dies After Accidentally Shooting Self

A 15-year-old Marian Catholic High School student died Thursday after he accidentally shot himself in the head while using FaceTime with a friend.

Blake Hannett, of Lynwood, died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound on Thursday night after a gun accidentally went off, ABC7 reports.

Blake was talking with a friend via video chat, when the friend said the screen went blank. Police were called to a home in the 2700 block of Lake Park Drive, and found the teen at his desk with the .38 caliber handgun on the floor beneath his chair, according to the report. It’s believed the gun went off as he set it down.

The high school posted a message on its website Friday morning.

“The Marian Catholic Community grieves the unexpected loss of sophomore student, Blake Hannett, who passed away on Thursday night, Dec. 11. His friendly outgoing personality and sense of humor helped to promote a team spirit both in the classroom and in the band. His million dollar smile and joyful spirit will be missed in the hallways of Marian Catholic but never forgotten. We are deeply saddened by his death. Counselors are available to the Marian student body throughout the day on Friday and in the future.”