Newark authorities have filed aggravated assault and weapons charges against a teenager accused of accidentally shooting his friend in the face.
City Police Director Samuel DeMaio tells The Star-Ledger that the boy was apparently shot Sunday night while a group of teens were apparently playing with the weapon in a bedroom.
The suspect accidentally fired the gun in the direction of the 15-year-old Elizabeth boy, who was hit in the mouth. The victim was taken to a hospital, where he was treated for injuries that are not considered life-threatening.
Authorities announced the charges Monday.
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