12-year-old girl accidentally shot by teen in East Point, police say

EAST POINT, Ga. - East Point police are working to find a teen suspected of accidentally shooting and injuring a 12-year-old girl on Saturday night.

Police said East Point officers responded to a shooting in which a 12-year-old girl was reportedly shot on accident by an 18-year-old man.

Police said the girl's injuries are not believed to be life-threatening and she is recovering in a hospital. 

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Police said investigators are currently working to identify and locate the shooter and bring any necessary charges.

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