Police in the US State of Oregon have confirmed that a 3 year old boy has sadly died after shooting himself with a loaded handgun.
According to People, the young boy sadly passed away following the incident which occurred on Friday night in Aloha.
People reports that Washington County Police were alerted to the incident following a 911 call, however despite the best efforts of Medical personnel he was sadly pronounced dead a short time later.
It is reported that the young boy found the gun a drawer in a bedroom at his home.
Police say they are currently investigating the incident.