7-year-old boy dies at the hospital days after accidental shooting in Pittsburgh neighborhood
A 7-year-old boy who was accidentally shot over the weekend on Pittsburgh's North Side has died at the hospital.
The Allegheny County Medical Examiner's Office said early Thursday that Kruz Bailey-Baker, 7, died at UPMC Children's Hospital on Wednesday evening.
Pittsburgh Public Safety said that the boy was rushed to the hospital Saturday morning after he and another child were playing with a gun when it accidentally discharged at a home along Kirkbride Street.
The other child, a 9-year-old boy, reportedly told police that the gun was in his possession when it went off.
Police said there were no adults in the residence at the time of the incident. A woman who was taking care of the boys had recently left the house to go to work.
It's unclear if any charges will be filed in connection with the incident.
Victim remembered as "sweet and joyful young boy"
Pittsburgh Public Schools said Bailey-Baker was a first grade student at Manchester PreK-8.
"Kruz will be remembered as a sweet and joyful young boy whose smile could light up a room," the district said. "Like many children his age, he loved being active, and gym was his favorite class. He most recently shared a wonderful day with his friends at the school's math fair."
Counseling and support services will be provided to students and staff, the district said.