4-Year-Old Hospitalized After Accidental Shooting in New Iberia

NEW IBERIA, La. (KPEL-FM) - A child in New Iberia is recovering after being injured in an accidental shooting on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.

Incident Overview: How It Happened

On Tuesday, around 11:40 am, New Iberia Police responded to a shooting report in the 1300 block of Ann Street, where a four-year-old girl had been injured.

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Child’s Condition & Medical Response

The child was transported to a local hospital in stable condition and is expected to make a full recovery, according to a spokesperson for the New Iberia Police Department.

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Investigators said that another child was playing with the gun when it accidentally discharged and struck the four-year-old.

Firearm Safety Advice from NIPD

NIPD wants to remind everyone of the importance of firearm safety, urging gun owners to store firearms unloaded and secured in a safe, lockbox, or cabinet.

They also recommend using trigger locks or cable locks and keeping ammunition locked separately from firearms.

Ongoing Investigation Details

The case remains under investigation.

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