(Michigan City, IN) - Charges have been filed in connection with a bullet grazing the head of a Michigan City boy during what could have been acts of horseplay with guns.

 

A 15 year old boy is charged with criminal recklessness, a Level 5 felony, pointing a firearm, a Level 6 felony, unlawful carrying of a firearm along with dangerous possession of a firearm by a juvenile, both Class A misdemeanors, according to Michigan City Police.

 

The 17 year old victim, who was not seriously injured, is charged with unlawful carrying of a firearm along with dangerous possession of a firearm by a juvenile.

 

Police said they and one other 17 year old boy were in possession of two guns early Monday afternoon at a home in the 300 block of Edward St.

 

While handling the weapons, police said one of the guns in possession of the youngest boy discharged a round that grazed the head of one of the 17 year old boys.

 

The victim was transported to the hospital for treatment and later released.

 

“Fortunately, the gunshot did not result in a catastrophic injury or worse,” said Lt. Steve Westphal.

 

Police said the boys claimed to have found the firearms earlier in the day and one of the guns was reported stolen less than three months ago.