5-year-old dies after accidental shooting

The scene on Walnut Hall Cove
The scene on Walnut Hall Cove(Action News 5)
Published: Jan. 12, 2024 at 7:50 AM CST
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MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Memphis police say a 5-year-old accidentally shot and killed himself Friday morning.

Police were called to the scene at a home on Walnut Hall Cove just after 4;30 a.m.

The 5-year-old boy was rushed to the hospital but did not survive.

Officers detained 4 people at the scene.

MPD wants to remind all residents that they can pick up a gun lock at any police precinct.

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