Juvenile Critically Injured in Accidental Shooting in West Columbus
A juvenile is in critical condition following an accidental shooting in the Hilltop area of West Columbus on Friday evening.
Columbus police responded to the 200 block of South Wheatland Avenue at 6:26 p.m. after receiving reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers discovered a minor suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was immediately transported to a local hospital, where they remain in life-threatening condition.
The Columbus Police Homicide Unit is actively investigating the incident due to the severity of the injury. Preliminary findings indicate the shooting was accidental and involved family members. No charges have been filed at this time.
Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact Detective Vogel at 614-645-4217, the Homicide Unit at 614-645-4730, or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at 614-461-8477.
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