Toddler Accidentally Shoots Mother's Boyfriend, Leaving Him Critical

The 2-year-old accessed an unsecured gun, highlighting ongoing concerns about firearm safety in homes.

The incident occurred in Chesterfield County, Virginia, on Monday morning.
The child found the handgun on a chair and unintentionally discharged it, injuring the man.
The victim, the boyfriend of the child's mother, was airlifted to a hospital and remains in critical condition.
No one else in the house was injured during the shooting.
Neighbors emphasize the importance of secure firearm storage to prevent such accidents.