MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A man was detained Sunday afternoon after a child accidentally shot themself, Memphis Police confirmed.

At 12:51 pm, officers responded to a shooting victim arriving at 2034 S Lauderdale.

A child was injured and taken to Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital and is in stable condition.

Police said preliminary information indicates that the shooting was self-inflicted and accidental.

A man has been detained.

Memphis Police would like to remind residents of the importance of securing their weapons. A free gun lock can be obtained at any MPD station.