Connecticut
New Haven boy, 16, accidentally shot himself in the arm near Brewery Square, city police say
NEW HAVEN — A 16-year-old from the city accidentally shot himself in the arm while handling a gun on Friday, according to police.
Police said detectives determined some time after that the teen was the one the shoot himself.
The teen was charged with first-degree reckless endangerment and unlawful discharge of a firearm, police said.
Police said anyone with information on the shooting is asked to call NHPD detectives at 203-946-6304 or through the department’s anonymous tip line at 866-888-TIPS (8477).