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Police: Toddler dies from self-inflicted gunshot wound in Oakhill area

A 3-year-old boy shot himself in the head with a gun, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — *A previous version of this story incorrectly stated the incident was in the Oakleaf area. 

A toddler was killed by a self-inflicted gunshot wound in the Oakhill area of Jacksonville, on Sunday afternoon. 

A 3-year-old boy is believed to have shot himself in the head with a gun, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office. The incident happened on Crimson Leaf Lane around 12:45 p.m.. 

Adults were present in the home at the time of the shooting, officials said. The initial investigation indicates no signs of foul play or criminal activity. 

During a briefing to the media on the incident, JSO Lt. Stronko encouraged community members to secure their firearms in a safe place and practice proper gun safety. 

Credit: Christian Brown
A toddler was killed by a self-inflicted gunshot wound in the Oakleaf area of Jacksonville, on Sunday afternoon.

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