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Dad in custody after son shoots 11-year-old sibling with unsecured gun
Summary by The Detroit Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Randy Wimbley , WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News
· October 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points He accidentally shot his 11-year-old sibling, who underwent surgery and is now in stable condition. A shooting occurred at a home where an unsecured gun was accessed by a young boy.
A shooting occurred at a home where an unsecured gun was accessed by a young boy. He accidentally shot his 11-year-old sibling, who underwent surgery and is now in stable condition. The victim's father has been taken into police custody.
The shooting happened when the younger brother got hold of the unsecured firearm and discharged it. A neighbor was approached for help after the incident.
Further details about the shooting and the investigation are available, including a report from the scene and an update from the police chief.
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Category: safety ·
Published: October 8, 2026 ·
Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News ·
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