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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A 12-year-old boy was accidentally shot in the chest by his brother on Friday afternoon, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
The incident happened at a home on Galapolo Avenue around 5:45 p.m. when the 12-year-old’s older brother had a gun that accidentally discharged.
It’s unclear why the older brother had the gun, as it is early in the investigation.
The 12-year-old was taken to the hospital, where he was in stable condition.
The brother was in custody and cooperating with police.
If you have any information about this incident, call 904-630-0500.
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