Police: 14-year-old made up story about drive-by, accidentally shot self in leg

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Editor’s note: This story has been updated with new information from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said a 14-year-old boy who was found Friday night suffering from a gunshot wound made up a scenario about being wounded in a drive-by, and actually shot himself in his leg accidentally.

The Sheriff’s Office was called to Van Gundy Road at about 5:42 p.m. in Northwest Jacksonville. Notably, the teen’s injuries were not believed to be life-threatening.

The boy was taken to a hospital for treatment.