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Teen Charged In Accidental Shooting Of 16-Year-Old At Walnut Hill Party
October 26, 2025
A 16-year-old was shot early Sunday in Walnut Hill. The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office said the shooting has been ruled accidental, but the teen who discharged the firearm has been arrested.
The shooting happened around 12:05 a.m. Sunday near South Highway 99 and Morgan Road.
Escambia County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Melony Peterson said the victim was shot by another 16-year-old at a party. The victim was airlifted by LifeFlight helicopter to Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola. The victim remains in critical condition.
Late Sunday morning, Peterson said the 16-year-old male who discharged the firearm has been charged with grand theft and possession of a firearm by a minor. She confirmed the shooting is still ruled accidental, and the teen has not been charged in connection with the injury.
The shooting incident remains under investigation.
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Praying for these children and their families. I pray that the teen recovers completely. And hopefully a big lesson was leaned for everyone at the party.