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In a tragic turn of events, Dog the Bounty Hunter’s stepson, Gregory Zecca, faces charges after allegedly causing the death of his own son in a tragic accident last year.
According to TMZ, Florida authorities have issued an arrest warrant for Zecca. He stands accused of aggravated manslaughter of a child with a firearm and faces additional charges for using a firearm while intoxicated, stemming from the deadly incident that occurred last summer.
The investigation, conducted by the Collier County Sheriff’s Office in Florida, revealed that Zecca was reportedly “under the influence of alcohol” during the incident in July 2025, which led to the accidental shooting and death of his stepson, 13-year-old Anthony Zecca.
Sheriff Kevin Rambosk expressed his sorrow over the incident, stating, “This was a heartbreaking and preventable tragedy.”
He further praised the efforts of his detectives, saying, “Our team carried out a comprehensive investigation, meticulously reviewing witness accounts, conducting forensic tests, and executing subpoenas and search warrants. Their dedication and professionalism were crucial in piecing together the facts of this challenging case.”
Per the outlet, the investigation found that Gregory was allegedly “drinking for several hours” before settling in for a televised UFC match with Anthony at a friends’ house.
While there, according to authorities he allegedly consumed both marijuana and alcohol.
According to TMZ, authorities alleged he “repeatedly handled a firearm in the child’s presence, practicing drawing it from his waistband and dry-firing. The firearm had initially been rendered safe by removing the magazine and clearing a live round from the chamber.”
Eventually, authorities said, “the magazine was reinserted and a round chambered, and Gregory discharged a single shot, fatally striking the child.”
“This case underscores that devastating tragedy that can result from mixing firearms, alcohol and drugs,” Sheriff Rambosk said, per the news outlet, adding, “Our hearts are with everyone affected by this loss.”
A rep for Dog (also known as Duane Chapman) did not immediately return Page Six’s request for comment.
Gregory — who is the son of Dog’s wife, Francie Frane — was not taken into custody at the time, though an investigation was launched.
“We are grieving as a family over this incomprehensible tragic accident and would ask for continued prayers as we grieve the loss of our beloved grandson, Anthony,” Dog and Frane told TMZ in a statement last year.
Days later, TMZ reported that Gregory was placed on a psychiatric hold and “heavily sedated” after the incident, due to concerns the “devastated” father would attempt to take his own life.
A family rep told told the outlet at the time that Gregory’s hold was because he was “stricken by grief and not because he feels guilty of a crime in relation to the shooting.”