Shelby County 6-Year-Old Killed In Accidental Shooting

SHELBY COUNTY, AL — A 6-year-old is dead after the child was accidentally shot by a 3-year-old sibling using a firearm found in their Shelby County residence.

The incident occurred around 10 a.m. Monday in the Maylene community near Alabaster.

"This was a truly tragic morning for Shelby County," Sheriff John Samaniego said. "Our agency grieves with the family of this child. I would like to thank the Alabaster Fire Department, County 17 Fire and Rescue and Southeast Shelby Rescue for their assistance."