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2-year-old shot, injured near 13th and Atkinson

Police say the shooting appears to be related to an argument that happened in the area.
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MILWAUKEE — A 2-year-old boy was shot and injured near 13th and Atkinson in Milwaukee on Thursday, Milwaukee police say.

According to the Milwaukee Fire Department, crews responded to the shooting scene around 8:15 p.m. Upon arrival, they discovered the boy with a gunshot wound to the hand. The child was taken to Children's Hospital.

Police say the shooting appears to be related to an argument that happened in the area.

Police are seeking unknown suspects.

Editor's note: Police previously told us the victim was 1-year-old. They have since sent an update, saying the victim was 2. That change is reflected in the story above.


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