In what many are calling a miracle, 20-year-old Aidan Perry survived a point-blank gunshot to the chest in Sumter County, Florida.

During an accidental discharge of a .40 caliber pistol, the bullet struck directly over his heart — but instead of tragedy, something extraordinary happened. The round hit his solid gold cross necklace, and trauma surgeons later confirmed the jewelry deflected the impact.

Perry walked away alive, carrying not only a scar, but a powerful symbol of faith, protection, and second chances.