A fatal accident involving a firearm occurred on September 15. A young child's life was lost in the incident. The child was rushed to a hospital but did not survive.
The incident is under investigation. Authorities have reported that multiple people were present when the accident happened, including the child's mother and other young children.
Further details about the incident, including how it happened, are available from the Oakland County sheriff, who discussed the case in a press conference.
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