Valdosta police investigating incident that led to child being shot

VALDOSTA, Ga. (WSAV) – The Valdosta Police Department (VPD) is investigating an incident that occurred Monday evening and resulted in one child being shot while playing with a gun. Around 5:00 p.m. on Monday, VPD officers responded to Brittany Woods Apartments, 1150 Old Statenville Road, for a report of a child being shot. Once on the scene, officers located a 10-year-old juvenile male with an apparent injury to his face. Valdosta Firefighters and EMS from South Georgia Medical Center arrived and began providing first aid to the victim before transporting him to the hospital. He was later transported to a hospital in Florida for specialized care. He is listed in stable but critical condition. Officers spoke with a 9-year-old male at the apartment. The individual stated that he and the victim were playing with a gun when it discharged. VPD says the investigation remains ongoing and that additional charges may be possible as detectives continue to gather and review information. This is an ongoing story. Stay with WSAV for all updates as new information is made available.