SAN ANGELO, TX-- Police have arrested one man and released more details in the Shroeder Street shooting last Friday.
According to a San Angelo Police press release, a 2-year-old male victim was shot by accident when “another young child” gained access to the gun.
“No charges will be filed against that child, as per Texas law,” the release said.
The victim was reportedly flown to Cook Children’s Medical Center in Fort Worth where he is still receiving treatment.
Police say investigation into the shooting led to an arrest warrant for Juan Manuel Mata, Jr., 26. The warrant was for tampering with or fabricating physical evidence, a third degree felony.
Because of the investigation, authorities were able to locate the firearm.
Mata was booked on the felony charge, but police say more charges could come as the investigation continues.
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