US six-year-old who shot teacher won't be charged

A six-year-old boy who shot his teacher in Idaho will not face charges due to his young age.

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The incident occurred in 2018, when the boy brought a gun to school in his backpack.

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He accidentally fired the gun, hitting his teacher in the foot.

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Fortunately, the teacher was not seriously injured.

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The boy's parents were cooperative with law enforcement, and the gun belonged to a family member.

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The incident sparked a debate about gun control and child access to firearms.

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Since the boy was under the age of criminal responsibility, he will not face charges.

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Instead, he received counseling and support from his school and community.

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The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible gun ownership and child safety education.

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