A 6-year-old boy who apparently shot himself Monday has died, according to Prince George’s County Police spokeswoman Julie Parker.
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The boy was shot at a home in Clinton on Monday afternoon, according to Prince George’s County police. Police said it appears accidental.
Police said the boy found the loaded gun in a book bag, and detectives are questioning the adults of the residence.
Cpl. Larry Johnson said police received a call about a shooting around 2:40 p.m. in the 6000 of Arbutus Lane. The boy was taken to a hospital in serious conditions, but later died as a result of his injuries.
It appears the boy shot himself accidentally, but the investigation has just begun, Johnson said. Johnson is not sure how the child got his hands on the weapon or in what part of the body he was shot.
