UPDATE: In a devastating turn of events, Anthony Zecca, the 13-year-old step-grandson of reality TV star Duane “Dog the Bounty Hunter” Chapman, has tragically died after an alleged accidental shooting by his father, Gregory Zecca. The incident occurred on July 15, 2023, around 8:08 p.m. in Naples, Florida, prompting an immediate investigation by the Collier County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities confirmed that officers responded to a call regarding a shooting at an apartment located on Sumter Grove Way. First responders arrived swiftly, but sadly, Anthony was pronounced dead shortly before 8:30 p.m.. The sheriff’s spokesperson emphasized, “this was an isolated incident,” but no arrests have been made as the investigation unfolds.
In an official statement shared with TMZ, Chapman and his wife, Francie Chapman, expressed their heartache: “We are grieving as a family over this incomprehensible tragic accident and we grieve the loss of our beloved grandson, Anthony.” They have requested privacy during this unimaginably painful time.
The incident report, partially redacted, indicated that dispatchers heard screaming during the call that alerted authorities. Investigators are currently piecing together the events that led to this tragic loss.
This heartbreaking news has sent shockwaves through the Chapman family and their fans. Dog the Bounty Hunter, 72, rose to fame with his long-running A&E series, which showcased his career as a bounty hunter. He married Francie Chapman two years after the passing of his late wife, Beth Chapman, who died in 2021 following a battle with cancer.
The couple, who have a large blended family with a total of 13 children, are now faced with an unimaginable tragedy that has left them and their loved ones in shock.
As the investigation continues, the community and fans alike are rallying around the Chapman family, expressing their condolences and support during this deeply painful moment. For now, all eyes are on the developments as authorities delve into the details surrounding this tragic incident.
Stay tuned for updates as this story continues to evolve, and remember to keep the Chapman family in your thoughts during this difficult time.
