DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) — A 14-year-old is recovering after a shooting over Memorial Day Weekend.
Officers responded to the 800 block of W. Elm Street around 3:15 Sunday afternoon. They found the 14-year-old on scene and first responders transported the teen to a local hospital.
Several adults and two other children were also present at the time, but police said the shooting appears to be accidental. However, officers added the investigation is still ongoing and charges could be filed at a later date.
Anyone with additional information that could help in this investigation should call Decatur Police (217-424-2736) or Macon County Crime Stoppers (217-423-8477).
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