13-year-old shot and killed on Milwaukee's west side; 2 teens in custody

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MILWUAKEE (CBS 58) -- A 13-year-old is dead following a shooting near 31st and Vliet in Milwaukee Wednesday, July 16. 

It happened around 8:10 p.m., when police say a suspect was mishandling a firearm and unintentionally shot the 13-year-old victim. 

The 13-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene. 

Police said a 14-year-old girl and a 14-year-old boy were taken into custody.

An investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Milwaukee police at (414) 935-7360 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-TIPS or P3 Tips


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