A 3-year-old boy has died after shooting himself with a handgun, according to investigators.
The incident was reported at 6:22 p.m. at a home on the 2400 block of Nectarine Road in Daytona Park Estates, DeLand, according to Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
“The investigation into what led to this tragedy is in its early stages, and further updates will be provided tomorrow,” said VCSO.
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“From Sheriff Mike Chitwood and the entire department, our sincere condolences go out to the grieving family members who just lost an innocent young loved one, ” said VCSO.
No media briefing will be held tonight, but an update as to what led to this tragedy will be released in the coming days.
“To the extent possible, we’d like to request respect of the family’s privacy at their worst hour,” said VCSO.
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