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3-year-old girl shot in Kenosha, flighted to Children's; 18-year-old brother in custody

Police believe the 18-year-old brother was handling the firearm at the time it was discharged.
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KENOSHA, Wis. — The Kenosha Police Department (KPD) says a three-year-old girl was shot and taken via Flight for Life to Children's Wisconsin. Her 18-year-old brother is in custody.

The shooting happened just before 11 a.m. near 51st Street and 29th Avenue on Friday.

Police arrived on the scene and provided critical first aid to the girl. She was transported to a local hospital before being flighted to Children's. She is expected to survive.

KPD said it's unclear whether the shooting was accidental or intentional. However, police believe the 18-year-old brother was handling the firearm at the time it was discharged.

The investigation is ongoing. The brother will be held on a probation violation until charges can be determined.

This is a developing story. TMJ4 News will update this article as we learn more.


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