Police: 2-year-old shot in hand and foot in Monroe

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A 2-year-old boy was shot in the hand and foot on Tuesday evening, police said. The incident occurred around 9:21 p.m. at the child's residence on Wheeler Road. The child’s mother attempted to bring him to a nearby hospital for treatment before calling 911. Police and emergency medical personnel responded to a call for an emergency medical incident at the intersection of Route 110 and Osborn Lane, where they found the injured child. The boy was transported to Bridgeport Hospital, and later transferred to Yale New Haven Hospital for further treatment. He is undergoing surgery for injuries that are not life-threatening. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. Statement from Monroe First Selectman Terry Rooney: "Our hearts go out to the family and our community as the police continue their investigation of last night's shooting incident involving a young child. I humbly ask that as concerned compassionate community members we respect the privacy of the family and the articulate efforts of our law enforcement professionals at this time." "