In a heart-wrenching incident in Fallbrook, California, a three-year-old toddler accidentally killed their one-year-old sibling after gaining access to an unsecured handgun and shooting them in the head.
The San Diego County Sheriff's Deputies responded to the tragic scene on Monday at approximately 7:30 am.
The one-year-old was immediately rushed to the hospital with a head wound, but tragically, they were pronounced dead at 8:30 am, according to SDSO Lieutenant Joseph Jarjura.
Out of respect for the grieving family and considering the tender age of the children, their names have not been disclosed.
Sheriff's Homicide investigators are diligently working to uncover more details surrounding the circumstances that led to the devastating accident.
Authorities have confirmed that there are no outstanding suspects involved, and the community is not under any threat.
If anyone possesses information related to this heartrending incident, they are urged to contact the Homicide Unit at (858) 285-6330.
The sheriff's department expressed their deepest sympathies to the bereaved family and everyone impacted by this tragic loss.
As the investigation continues, an autopsy has been scheduled to determine the cause and manner of the one-year-old's untimely death.
It is important to note that such incidents are not isolated, as Nationwide Children's statistics reveal that nearly 1,300 children below the age of 18 succumb to shooting incidents each year.
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