Watch CBS News

Report: 2-Year-Old Shoots 12-Year-Old In Nashville

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (KDKA) -- A child was shot by another child in Nashville on Sunday.

The Tennessean reports that a 12-year-old was shot in the leg at a home near Donelson.

Police Capt. Jason Reinbold said officers learned the victim was accidentally shot by a two-year-old.

According to the investigation, the shooting took place when a group of children ran out to the driveway to greet a visitor. That woman had a gun inside her vehicle, which the two-year-old found and accidentally fired.

Officials said the victim was transported to the hospital with moderate injuries.

No charges had been filed as of Sunday afternoon.

Join The Conversation On The KDKA Facebook Page
Stay Up To Date, Follow KDKA On Twitter

View CBS News In
CBS News App Open
Chrome Safari Continue
Be the first to know
Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting.