A 12-year-old boy remains in critical but stable condition after a shooting inside a Spotsylvania County home on June 9th, according to the Spotsylvania Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies responded to the 100 block of Lee Street for a reported shooting.
They found the juvenile suffering from a gunshot wound to the upper torso.
The child was transported to a local hospital by Spotsylvania Fire, Rescue and Emergency Management personnel.
Investigators say the shooting occurred inside the residence while several juveniles were handling a firearm.
The weapon discharged, striking the 12-year-old victim.
Authorities reported that no adults were present in the home at the time of the incident.
The Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division is continuing to investigate and is working with the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office to determine whether any charges will be filed.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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