Lucy Harrison, a 23-year-old from the UK, was shot in the chest by her father, Kris Harrison, after she and her boyfriend visited him in Prosper, Texas. The incident occurred shortly after Donald Trump's election victory, during which an argument reportedly ensued. Kris Harrison, labeled a functioning alcoholic, claimed that the firearm discharged accidentally. However, the circumstances surrounding the incident have raised serious questions regarding safety and responsibility.

Following an inquest conducted by a UK coroner, it was ruled that Lucy died due to unlawful killing based on gross negligence manslaughter. Coroner Devonish concluded that Kris's actions were reckless, contributing to the fatal incident. This ruling sheds light on the potential dangers associated with gun ownership, especially in states with more lenient gun laws like Texas, highlighting the critical need for accountability.

Lucy's mother, Jane Coates, expressed her frustration with both Texas gun legislation and the police response following the shooting, particularly their failure to test Kris for alcohol consumption at the scene. The case has sparked discussions about the efficacy of gun control laws in the United States and how they intersect with tragic personal circumstances, drawing attention to the fatalities that can arise from such situations.