One arrested in accidental shooting

The Topeka Police Department is investigating an accidental shooting near 13th and Garfield.
Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 9:05 PM CDT
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TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Topeka Police Department has arrested a 14 year old male in connection to an accidental shooting.

The accident took place near 13th and Garfield.

The Topeka Police Department was dispatched to the 1300 Blk. of SW Garfield Ave. on March 16 at approximately 8:29 p.m. in reference to a shooting incident.

When Topeka officers arrived, one individual was located with life threatening injuries and was transported to a local area hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

The investigation is on-going.