Milwaukee shooting; accused mishandled gun, striking victim, police say
Milwaukee Police Department (MPD)
MILWAUKEE - Milwaukee police say a 19-year-old was shot and wounded near 13th and North Avenue early Thursday, July 18.
Officials say the shooting happened around 3:30 a.m. Thursday. Police say the shooter mishandled a firearm, subsequently striking the victim. The shooter was taken into custody.
The victim suffered gunshot injuries – and taken to a hospital for treatment.
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Charges regarding this individual will be referred to the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office.