Jun 16, 2021

13-year-old Kan. girl dies from injuries in accidental shooting

Posted Jun 16, 2021 10:00 AM

SHAWNEE COUNTY —A Kansas teen injured in what was reported as accidental  shooting has died.   

Just after 11:30a.m. Saturday, police were dispatched to the report of shooting in 1700 block of SE 31st Street in Topeka, according to Lt. Shane Hilton.

Upon arrival, officers found that a 13-year-old girl suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound. She died on Tuesday, according to police department spokesperson Gretchen Spiker.

The incident was reported initially as a possible accidental shooting.  Police have not  released her name or additional details.

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