Incident # 21-07965 - A ten year old girl received a GSW to the face in an reported accidental shooting incident at her home in the 1300 block of Chisholm Rd. Friday evening 05-Nov. at 19:27. The caller to 9-1-1 advised an adult was attempting to unload a handgun when it discharged. The bullet struck a ten year female in the face. Firefighter-Paramedics found the child in stable condition and the injury did not appear life-threatening. Family members had controlled the bleeding prior to the arrival of Fire-Rescue. She was treated at the scene, then transported to the Children's Trauma Center at MUSC in Fire-Rescue Medic 26. The Sheriff's Office is investigating the incident.
Engine 19. Medic 26, Battalion 1, Car 112 and Car 118 responded. Battalion Chief Scott Feather served as Incident Commander.
