HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- A mother accidentally shot her 4-year-old son after carelessly tossing her purse Tuesday night, according to Houston Police.
It happened on Houston's southside on Amos Street near Scott around 9:15 p.m.
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Police said the boy's mother tossed her purse onto a couch in the living room when she heard a "bang." That's when the mom noticed her son had been shot in the hip.
The boy was rushed to the Texas Children's Hospital and authorities said he is expected to survive.
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Police said no one has been charged or arrested.
So, if you have a gun in the house, let this serve as a reminder to be careful with it.