Police: 12-Year-Old Florida Boy Shot In Mouth

Police say a 12-year-old Florida boy is recovering after he was accidentally shot in the mouth.

The shooting happened Saturday at a Daytona Beach home, according to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office. 

Authorities say Amarion McDuffie was accidentally shot by a friend (also 12). McDuffie was standing outside the residence when deputies arrived.

He was airlifted to a children’s hospital but his injures are not considered life-threatening.

Authorities say the gun belonged to the mother of boy who shot McDuffie. She was not home at the time of the shooting.

Detectives are investigating to determine whether charges will be filed. Child welfare officials are also investigating.


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