3-Year-Old Killed In Apparent Accidental Shooting Inside Maryland Home, Police Say (Developing)

A 3-year-old boy was found shot inside a Maryland home in what is believed to be an accidental shooting involving an unsecured handgun on Monday, police say.

Howard County Police is investigating the apparent accidental shooting.
Photo Credit: *Howard County Police Instagram*

Zak Failla

07/02/2024 12:54 p.m.

An investigation has been launched by the Howard County Police Department following the fatal shooting, which was reported inside a home on Harpers Ferry Road in Columbia on July 1.

At the time the child was struck, his parents and 5-year-old brother were home at the time.

Police say that investigators are still working to determine if the gunshot was self-inflicted; however, they said they do not believe anyone else was involved and do not believe anyone else was involved and there are no indications of foul play.

No charges have been filed, officials noted, as the investigation continues. More information is expected to be released.

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