Teen Killed In Accidental Shooting Thursday In McKenzie Court

TUSCALOOSA, AL — The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit says a 15-year-old boy died Thursday evening after an accidental shooting in McKenzie Court.

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As Patch previously reported, Captain Marty Sellers in an update to local media on Friday said Tuscaloosa Police officers responded about 6:25 p.m. Jan. 1 to a reported shooting at 2401 DuPont Avenue.

He said when officers arrived, they found a juvenile male suffering from a gunshot wound and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigators interviewed witnesses and collected evidence, which indicated the shooting was accidental and self-inflicted.

Sellers said there is no evidence at this time to suggest the shooting was intentional or involved another person.

He then said that based on witness statements, investigators believe the victim was playing with a firearm when it discharged.

The identities of the victim and other involved parties are not being released because all individuals involved are juveniles.

Police said there may be pending charges related to individuals prohibited from possessing a firearm due to their age but Sellers said the Tuscaloosa County District Attorney's Office will be consulted to determine whether charges are appropriate.

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