WILSON, N.C. (WTVD) -- Wilson police are investigating after a 5-year-old boy was accidentally shot by a 17-year-old.
It happened Friday afternoon in the 800 block of Rountree Court.
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Just before 4:30 p.m., officers found a 5-year-old with a gunshot wound.
Investigation revealed a 17-year-old relative accidentally shot the child.
The 5-year-old was taken to Vidant Medical Center for treatment.
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An investigation is still underway.
The Wilson Police Department is encouraging anyone with information regarding this case to contact the Wilson Police Department at 252-399-2323 or Crime Stoppers at 252-243-2255.