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Police: 3-Year-Old Shot Mother In The Leg

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DAVIE (CBSMiami) - A Davie woman was taken to the hospital after she was shot in the leg, reportedly by her 3-year-old, inside her Davie home.

Police confirmed Tuesday afternoon that the mother was shot accidentally in the leg by her 3-year-old while she was sleeping at 4820 SW 59th Terrace.

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The woman was taken to Memorial Regional Hospital with what was termed a 'non-life threatening' injury. She's expected to make a full recovery.

It is unclear if the gun belongs to the mother or father.

Investigators have determined the shooting was accidental.

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