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Girl, 7, Shot in the Head in Tucumán Remains in Critical Condition

Investigators report an identified suspect tied to a neighborhood family dispute, a claim the girl's mother contests regarding arrests.

Overview

  • The shooting occurred Thursday afternoon at a home in San Cayetano, San Miguel de Tucumán, during what police describe as a dispute between two families.
  • The child was first rushed by a neighbor to the Policlínica San Cayetano around 4:30 p.m. and then transferred by ambulance to the Hospital de Niños.
  • Doctors said the bullet caused entry and exit wounds to the head, she underwent emergency surgery, and her condition is described as grave.
  • Police said two people were detained in early inquiries and that witnesses identified the suspected shooter, while the girl's mother insists no responsible parties have been arrested.
  • During police operations near Brígido Terán 1800, some residents threw stones at officers and three men were taken into custody on charges of attacking and resisting authority.