In Michigan City, a 17-year-old is hospitalized after being grazed by a bullet during an incident involving two handguns handled by three juveniles. The shooting occurred at a residence on Edwards Street when a 15-year-old accidentally discharged one of the weapons, resulting in the injury. Fortunately, the teen received treatment and has been released from the hospital, but the incident raises concerns about juvenile access to firearms.
Authorities report that the 15-year-old faces several charges, including criminal recklessness and unlawful carrying of a firearm, while the uninjured 17-year-old is also charged with firearm-related offenses. Police discovered one of the handguns had been reported stolen, emphasizing the broader issue of gun safety among young people. With an additional arrest pending, this incident follows closely on the heels of another tragic shooting that claimed the life of a 15-year-old just days earlier.
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