INDIAN RIVER COUNTY — Deputies are investigating a shooting in Gifford after a 15-year-old was driven to a hospital with a gunshot wound to his face.

Initial calls came in to the Indian River County Sheriff's Office at 6:30 p.m. Monday, according to Sheriff's Office spokesman Maj. Eric Flowers.

Deputies said they believe the incident occurred at Victory Park Apartments in the 3900 block of King's Place in Gifford. The apartment complex is off 49th Street east of 43rd Avenue.

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"Someone drove him to a hospital with a gunshot wound to the cheek," Flowers said Tuesday morning. "There's still some conflicting information, but we are actively investigating this case."

Investigators do not believe the wound was self-inflicted, Flowers said.

So far, no criminal charges have been filed.

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After the teenager was dropped off at a local hospital, medical staff later transported the teen to Lawnwood Regional Medical Center & Heart Institute in Fort Pierce, Flowers said.

Right now, deputies believe the shooting was an "accidental incident," Flowers said.

The boy's injuries appear to be non-life threatening.

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Max Chesnes is a TCPalm breaking news reporter for Indian River County. You can keep up with Max on Twitter @MaxChesnes and give him a call at 772-978-2224.