14-year-old accidentally shoots self at Stonecrest Mall, causing panic
Stonecrest, Ga. December 11. 2022— Police are investigating after a 14-year-old accidentally shot himself among shoppers at Stonecrest Mall.
Officers say they were called to the mall just before 2:30 p.m. in reference to a person being shot.
When they arrived, they found the teenager with a gunshot wound.
He was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. His current condition is unknown.
Investigators say their initial information points to the teen accidentally shooting himself. They do not believe there is a threat to the public.
Witnesses told Channel 2 Action News that they ran from the mall after hearing the gunshot.
No other injuries have been reported.
