A nine-year-old boy was killed during a shooting in Covington County Saturday.

The shooting took place about 20 miles east of Andalusia in the Friendship Community, according to county sheriff Blake Turman.

“The incident has been investigated and ruled an accident," said Turman. "Our sincerest condolences go out to the Clark Family. Chad Clark is one of our own. We will be here for him and his family. Please keep the Clarks in your prayers.”

Investigators said the shooting was accidental.