ARLINGTON, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – Arlington Police are investigating what appears to be a tragic accident Monday.
A 3-and-a-half-year-old boy was shot in the head shortly after noon.
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The homicide unit is investigating and at this point it appears to be an accidental shooting by a family member.
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