Antioch police say teen accidentally shot with BB gun has died

ANTIOCH, Calif. (KGO) -- Antioch police say that a 15-year-old boy who was accidentally shot by his friend with a BB gun Thursday has died.

Officers say they arrived at the scene on Palomar Drive and found the victim, who was on the ground with what appeared to be a small wound to his chest. They say he was unresponsive and was transported to the hospital, where he died.
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Police learned during their investigation that the victim was shot with a pellet rifle once in the chest by his 15-year-old friend. Based on witness statements and evidence, the incident reportedly appears to be a tragic accident.

Everyone at the scene cooperated with the police and the investigation is ongoing.
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Anyone with information is asked to call the Antioch Police Department non emergency line at (925)778-2441. You may also text-a-tip to 274637 (CRIMES) using the key word ANTIOCH.