10-Year-Old Accidentally Shot by Another 10-Year-Old in Ohio

The victim is in stable condition at a local hospital as police investigate the incident.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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A 10-year-old child was shot in Toledo, Ohio on February 8th after another 10-year-old child found a gun inside a residence and accidentally discharged it, according to the Toledo Police Department. The victim is currently in stable condition at a local hospital as police continue to investigate the incident.

Why it matters

Accidental shootings involving children are a serious public safety concern, highlighting the need for proper gun storage and education around firearm safety, especially in homes with minors present.

The details

Police responded to a home on Willamont Road in Toledo on February 8th at 11:13 a.m. after receiving a report of a shooting. There, they found a 10-year-old victim suffering from a gunshot wound, as well as the 10-year-old who had accidentally fired the weapon after finding it inside the residence.

  • The incident occurred on February 8, 2026 at 11:13 a.m.

The players

Toledo Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the accidental shooting incident.

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What they’re saying

“Additional information will be released as appropriate.”

— Toledo Police Department (Toledo Police Department statement)

What’s next

Police are continuing to investigate the incident and may release more details as the probe progresses.

The takeaway

This tragic accident underscores the importance of responsible gun ownership and storage, especially in homes with children present, to prevent such devastating incidents from occurring.