PIKE COUNTY, Ohio — The Pike County Sheriff’s Office is currently conducting an investigation into what authorities have labeled an “accidental shooting” involving a young teenager. The incident unfolded on Wednesday afternoon, prompting a response from deputies and first responders who rushed to a residence located in the 2000 block of Pine Top Road.
Initial reports from the Sheriff’s Office indicate that the victim, a 12-year-old, sustained severe injuries and was transported to the hospital via a medical helicopter. The current condition of the young teen remains unknown at the time of this publication.
In light of the ongoing investigation, the Pike County Sheriff’s Office has opted to withhold further details surrounding the shooting and the specific circumstances surrounding the incident.
The Guardian will update once additional details become available.
