Three-year-old girl killed in accidental shooting, Fort Worth police say
A 3-year-old girl was shot and killed in Fort Worth on Sunday afternoon, according to Fort Worth police.
Police officers responded to Oakland Lake Park, in the 1700 block of Lake Shore Drive, at about 3 p.m. to investigate a shooting, Officer Daniel Segura said. They found the girl who had a gunshot wound. She was taken to a local hospital, where she died.
Police believe the shooting was accidental. They did not immediately provide details on how the accident happened. The investigation is continuing and it’s unknown whether charges will be filed, police said.
Family members told FOX 4 that the toddler found the gun in the family’s car while they were at the park.
This story was originally published April 18, 2021 at 5:32 PM.
Kaley Johnson
Fort Worth Star-Telegram