Kentucky Child, 7, Accidentally Fatally Shoots 5-Year-Old in Home: Police - The Messenger
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Kentucky Child, 7, Accidentally Fatally Shoots 5-Year-Old in Home: Police

So far in 2023, more than 800 children and teenagers have been killed by guns, per the Gun Violence Archive

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A 5-year-old is dead after authorities allege the child was fatally shot by a 7-year-old in a McKee, Ky., home Monday, according to Kentucky State Police.

First responders attempted life-saving measures, but the child was pronounced dead on the scene.

The Kentucky State Police have classified the shooting as accidental, a news release reads. 

It is unclear if the children are related.

No foul play is suspected.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Per the Gun Violence Archive, as cited by CBS News, so far in 2023, more than 800 children and teenagers have been killed by guns. That figure includes homicides and suicides.

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