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Dog the Bounty Hunter’s Stepson Placed on Psychiatric Hold After Son’s Accidental Death

Authorities describe the July 19 Naples shooting as an isolated incident under a thorough Collier County Sheriff’s Office investigation

Overview

  • Gregory Zecca accidentally shot and killed his 13-year-old son, Anthony, inside their Naples apartment on the evening of July 19.
  • Deputies arrived at 8:08 p.m. and have confirmed no arrests or charges as they treat the case as an isolated incident.
  • The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a comprehensive probe that includes forensic testing, witness interviews, subpoenas and search warrants.
  • Zecca was placed on a 5150 psychiatric hold over concerns for his mental health in the aftermath of the shooting.
  • Duane “Dog the Bounty Hunter” Chapman and his wife, Francie, have appealed for privacy and prayers as their family mourns the tragic loss.