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[07-04-2025] Orange County, CA – 8-Year-Old Girl Killed by Misfired Illegal Fireworks in Buena Park

[07-04-2025] 8-Year-Old Girl Killed by Misfired Illegal Fireworks in Buena ParkAn 8-year-old girl was killed after an illegal Fourth of July fireworks display misfired in Buena Park on Friday night, July 4, 2025.

According to the Buena Park Police Department, the incident occurred around 9:45 p.m. in the 8000 block of Cornflower Circle, near La Palma and Stanton Avenues. 

Officers patrolling the area noticed fireworks detonating and saw family members carrying a child into a residence. They immediately stopped to provide life-saving aid before the girl was taken to UC Irvine Medical Center, where she was pronounced dead.

Authorities identified the victim as Jasmine N. of Anaheim. Police said a large illegal fireworks setup placed in the street by the homeowner malfunctioned and misfired toward a nearby residence. This caused additional fireworks to ignite near where the girl and others were standing. Jasmine was struck and sustained fatal injuries.

Several others were present at the time, but no other significant injuries were reported. The homeowner was arrested, and the case is under review by the Orange County District Attorney’s Office. 

The investigation is being conducted jointly with the Orange County Fire Authority and the Sheriff’s Department Bomb Squad.

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Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:

  • Check yourself for any injuries.
  • Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
  • Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
  • Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
  • Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
  • Seek immediate medical attention.
  • Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.

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Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

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