San Francisco Man Charged with Involuntary Manslaughter After Fatal Shooting Incident

A 25-year-old man has been charged with involuntary manslaughter after a tragic incident in San Francisco where he accidentally shot his girlfriend. Nation Wood claims he was dry-firing a gun when it discharged, fatally wounding 22-year-old Samantha Emge. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities piecing together the events that led to this heartbreaking situation. Wood, who has a background in security, faces significant legal consequences as the case unfolds.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 28, 2026, 06:14 IST

Tragic Incident in San Francisco

A 25-year-old individual has been charged with involuntary manslaughter following the tragic shooting of his girlfriend, which he claims was accidental, in their San Francisco apartment. Reports from law enforcement and court documents reveal that Nation Wood stated he was 'dry-firing' a firearm in their home on Tuesday night, unaware that it was loaded. A bullet was discharged, penetrating a wall and hitting 22-year-old Samantha Emge while she was in the shower. Emge, a resident of San Francisco and a student set to graduate from San Francisco State University in 2025, was rushed to a hospital but was later pronounced dead.

Officers from the San Francisco Police Department responded to a call at approximately 10:43 PM in the 2200 block of 22nd Avenue, where they discovered the victim suffering from a gunshot wound. A neighbor reported seeing a bleeding person on the sidewalk near Abraham Lincoln High School, although officials have not confirmed Emge's exact location when help arrived.

Wood was taken into custody and charged with involuntary manslaughter, as investigators believe the shooting was not deliberate. According to the district attorney's office, the documents indicate that Emge was killed 'without malice.' During a court session, San Francisco Superior Court Judge Christopher Hu set Wood's bail at $300,000.

District Attorney Brooke Jenkins mentioned that the investigation is still in its initial phases, emphasizing that officials are working to clarify the events that transpired in the apartment. She confirmed that only Wood and Emge, who shared a residence, were present during the incident.

Background on Nation Wood

Nation Wood, who is also a 2025 graduate of San Francisco State University, describes himself on LinkedIn as an 'independent pre-event site security adviser,' specializing in assessments for events involving VIPs. His profile indicates prior experience with the White House's advance team and the US Secret Service, which a White House representative confirmed during the Biden administration.

During the arraignment on Friday, family members of both Wood and Emge attended the court proceedings. Wood's public defender noted that he was scheduled to begin service in the National Guard next week, although that is no longer a priority. If released on bail, Wood will be subject to electronic monitoring, prohibited from leaving California without court permission, and required to waive extradition if arrested outside the state. A bail review hearing is set, along with another hearing in April to discuss pretrial conditions.