DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — Police are investigating an incident where a 10-year-old girl was struck by a stray bullet at Rip Hewes Stadium Friday night. Officers believe the bullet was fired during an altercation on the 400 block of Kornegay Street moments before the child was hit.
After responding to the scene at Kornegay, officers found shell casings in the street and secured a nearby residence. A search warrant led to the discovery of a 9mm carbine and ammunition matching those found in the roadway. Two individuals were arrested on unrelated charges as forensic testing continues to link the firearm to the bullet recovered from the victim’s vehicle.
Investigators suspect the bullet was fired into the air due to the angle of impact and the extent of the child’s injuries. Authorities say the child had minor swelling on her head from the bullet in question. Charges related to the shooting are pending the results of forensic tests.
Authorities emphasize that firing a weapon into the air is illegal and dangerous. Anyone caught will face prosecution to the fullest extent of the law.
