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Milwaukee Toddler Expected To Live After Shooting Himself
Police said the 2-year-old suffered serious injuries after grabbing an unsecured family gun. A 30-year-old male was arrested in the case.

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Police said the 2-year-old suffered serious injuries after grabbing an unsecured family gun. A 30-year-old male was arrested in the case.

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