found laying around somewhere, with his own gun. according to the coroner, little caroline was playing with his cricket rifle when it fired, striking his little sister. >> it's tragic. it's something you can't prepare for. >> the children's mother was at home at the time cleaning, and only stepped outside a minute or two hen she heard the shot. she gun was kept in what the family considered to be a safe shot. state police are investigating. >> it's been rough since yesterday, been more than i can handle, it seems like. >> it's all still sinking in for the family though they say they're comforted knowing the 2-year-old is in a better place. >> i just know she's in heaven right now and in good hands with the lord. >> i have a young daughter. i can only imagine what caroline sparks' parents must be going through. i don't know them and don't want for a moment to judge them.