Two Children Accidentally Shot By Another Playing With A Gun In Bronzeville

CHICAGO (CBS) — A 12-year-old girl and an 8-year-old boy were accidentally shot by another child playing with a gun in Bronzeville Friday night.

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It happened on the 4700 block of South Forrestville around 10:20 p.m.

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Chicago Police say the third child was playing around with the gun inside the home.

The girl has a graze wound to her arm and the boy was shot in his hand and shoulder.

As a city, we have a fundamental obligation to ensure the safety of our children so that they can pursue their dreams and live a life free from violence. Each and every one of us needs to step up and play a role in fulfilling that commitment.

— Mayor Lori Lightfoot (@chicagosmayor) February 16, 2020

They went to Comer Children’s Hospital. Both were in fair condition.

Police are continuing to investigate.