Crime
2-year-old girl killed after accidental shooting in Paris
A tragic incident unfolded in Paris on Tuesday evening when a two-year-old girl suffered a fatal gunshot wound in what authorities believe was an accidental shooting.
Paris Police Chief Richard W. Salter Jr. reported that around 6 p.m., the police department received an emergency call from an apartment located in the 300 block of Stone Avenue.
Upon arrival, officers entered the residence and found the young child unresponsive with a gunshot wound to her head.
A 16-year-old boy was also present in the apartment at the time of the incident.
Paris Emergency Medical Services quickly transported the toddler to Paris Regional Health, but despite their efforts, she was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
According to Chief Salter, preliminary findings suggest that the child accidentally discharged a family member’s firearm, resulting in the fatal injury.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to piece together the circumstances surrounding this heartbreaking event.
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. — Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at the MGM National Harbor Hotel and Casino, leaving one man dead and another injured. Prince George’s County Police confirmed the fatality in a statement released on social media.
According to investigators, two adult men were struck by gunfire during the incident.
One victim was pronounced dead as a result of his injuries.
The second victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury after a bullet grazed him and was treated at the scene or a nearby medical facility.
Police stated that the suspect fled the location immediately after the shooting and remains at large.
At this time, officials have not released information regarding what led up to the incident. However, investigators emphasized that preliminary findings suggest the shooting was not a random act of violence.
The investigation remains active, and authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of the victims or provided a suspect description.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact Prince George’s County Police as the search for the shooter continues.