3-Year-old Dies of Gunshot Wound in PG County

Prince George’s County police are trying to determine if fatal shooting of toddler was an accident.

(Washington, D.C.) – Prince George’s County Police have few details in shooting a shooting Monday night that has now left a toddler dead.  The 3-year-old died of his injuries Tuesday night after being shot inside a Bowie, Md apartment.

It happened around 5:45pm Tuesday in the 16400 block of Governors Bridge Road.  Police say the child did not live at the apartment.  But was there with a parent visiting.  Shortly after arriving at the apartment, the child was shot.  Police say they are trying to determine if the shooting was accidental or something else.

Anyone with information is asked to call detectives at 301-516-2512.  Callers wishing to remain anonymous, can call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477).