Macon Teen Hospitalized After Apparent Accidental Shooting on Mikado Avenue

MACON, Ga. – A 13-year-old boy was hospitalized Thursday afternoon, January 15th, after suffering a gunshot wound in what investigators believe was an accidental, self-inflicted shooting at a residence on Mikado Avenue, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office.

Deputies were dispatched just after noon to the 4100 block of Mikado Avenue following a 911 call reporting a person had been shot. Upon arrival, deputies found the juvenile with a single gunshot wound. Paramedics transported him to a local medical facility, where he is listed in stable condition.

Authorities said no other injuries were reported. Preliminary findings indicate the incident appears to have been an accidental self-inflicted shooting, though investigators are continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding what happened.

The investigation remains active, and officials cautioned that details could change as more information becomes available. Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-751-7500 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME.