4-year-old shot in Warner Robins

A 4-year-old was shot in the leg in Warner Robins on Wednesday afternoon.

The child was inside a car near Commercial Circle about 3:40 p.m. when the gun accidentally fired, according to a news release from the city police department.

The shot is believed to be self-inflicted.

Police didn’t know the child’s condition late Wednesday night.

The incident is being investigated and anyone with information is urged to call Detective Jeff Herb at 478-302-5380.

This story was originally published August 2, 2017 at 8:26 PM with the headline "4-year-old shot in Warner Robins."