Two Children Injured After Finding Unsecured Guns

In Kansas City, Missouri, a boy less than 5 years-old is in critical condition at the hospital after shooting himself with an unsecured handgun he found. Police have not revealed who the gun belonged to in this ongoing investigation.

And in Trotwood, Ohio, two children found a gun in their home and one accidentally shot the other. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Police continue to investigate.

Sources:

Olivia Johnson, “Young Boy Critically Injured After Accidental Shooting in KC Saturday,” fox4kc.com (June 2, 2024).

KaJéza Hawkins, Alex Pearson, “Trotwood Police Investigating Shooting Involving Juvenile,” wdtn.com (June 4, 2024).