NewsWSVN 7News – Local NewsJuly 30, 2026Miami-Dade
Investigation underway after child shot in Pompano Beach
The Broward Sheriff’s Office is investigating an accidental shooting that left a young boy in critical condition on Wednesday night. The child's parents transported him to a local fire station before he was taken to a hospital.
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A young child is in following a shooting incident, and law enforcement is currently determining the circumstances and potential legal implications for the family involved.
Key Facts
- A young boy, estimated to be 3 or 4 years old, is in critical condition following a shooting.
- The incident occurred at an apartment complex on the 4000 block of Southwest 15th Street in Pompano Beach.
- The shooting took place at approximately 10 p.m. on Wednesday.
- The victim's parents drove the child to a nearby fire station for emergency assistance.
- Paramedics transported the child from the fire station to an area hospital.
- The Broward Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene and Violent Crimes Unit is leading the investigation.
- Detectives are investigating whether the child accessed the firearm or if another person was involved in the discharge.
- No criminal charges have been filed against the parents as of the time of the report.
- Evidence was collected from the family's black SUV outside the fire station.
Who's Mentioned
location4000 block of Southwest 15th Street“The location where the shooting occurred.”personMary Willis“A resident of the apartment complex.”organizationBroward Sheriff’s Office“The primary law enforcement agency investigating the shooting.”personTiffany Monegato“A neighbor who witnessed the family leaving the apartment.”organizationPompano Beach Fire Rescue“Provided emergency medical care to the victim.”