Milwaukee shooting; 7-year-old boy wounded near 5th and Clarke
Milwaukee Police Department (MPD)
MILWAUKEE - A 7-year-old boy was shot and wounded near 5th and Clarke in Milwaukee on Sunday afternoon, July 30.
Officials say the child was shot shortly before 4 p.m. Sunday. He arrived at a nearby hospital for treatment of his injuries.
Police say two children located an unsecured firearm and when it discharged, it and unintentionally struck the victim.
An 11-year-old boy and a 33-year-old woman were arrested. Criminal charges will be referred to the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office in the upcoming days.
Milwaukee Police want to remind everyone to secure your firearms in a safe place and out of the reach of children.
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Anyone with any information is urged to contact Milwaukee police at 414-935-7360 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 414-224-Tips or P3 Tips.