WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — A 7-year-old boy died Sunday after he was accidentally shot inside a Winston-Salem home, according to the Winston-Salem Police Department.
Officers responded around 5 p.m. to the 2800 block of North Glenn Avenue following reports of a shooting.
According to police, a preliminary investigation found that two juveniles were alone inside the home when they located a firearm. While one of the juveniles was handling the weapon, it discharged, striking the 7-year-old boy.
The child was pronounced dead at the scene by Forsyth County EMS.
Police said the investigation indicates the shooting appears to have been accidental.
Authorities have not released the identities of those involved because they are juveniles. Police also said the parent of the children is cooperating with investigators.
No charges have been announced as of Monday, and the investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information related to the incident is asked to contact the Winston-Salem Police Department.
