The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred in the 4000 block of Aurantia Road in Mims. Deputies responded to a residence at approximately 12:20 p.m. after a 911 call was received advising that a three-year-old boy had been accidentally shot. The child was transported from the scene to an area hospital where he was life flighted to Orlando for further treatment. At this time, he is listed in stable condition.
Agents and Crime Scene Investigators are currently conducting interviews and collecting evidence to determine the sequence of events that led to the child being injured. The investigation is continuing and no arrests have been made at this time.
Anyone who may have information in reference to this case are asked to contact Major Crimes Agent Stanton Wimer of the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office at (321) 633-8413.
For additional information concerning this News Release, please call PIO Tod Goodyear of the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office at 321-501-7594.