A 2-year-old boy is in critical condition after accidentally shooting himself in the face on Monday afternoon in Chicago’s Chatham neighborhood. The incident occurred around 1 p.m. in the 300 block of East 87th Street, leading to an urgent response from authorities who transported him to Comer Children’s Hospital for treatment.
Authorities are now investigating the situation and have taken a person of interest into custody. This alarming incident has raised questions about firearm safety and accessibility in homes, particularly concerning young children. As the police continue their investigation, details surrounding the circumstances of the shooting are still emerging.
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