Incident Report: 'Gun Fell Over And Discharged' In 9-Year-Old's Accidental Shooting Death

LYND, Minn. (WCCO) - More details are being revealed in a 9-year-old girl's accidental shooting death in southwestern Minnesota earlier this month.

Authorities said on the afternoon of April 18 a gun went off in a home in Lynd, which is about three hours west of the Twin Cities. She was airlifted to a hospital, but died in the overnight hours last Tuesday.

In an incident report, authorities said a family member called police after a "gun fell over and discharged," striking the girl in the head. The victim was conscious and breathing when the report was made.

The Lyon County Sheriff's Office said an investigation is ongoing, but her death was "accidental in nature," according to a statement.

The identity of the girl has not been released, and authorities say they will not provide further updates out of respect for the family.