Damari Robinson, 19, of Boston, was arrested on April 9 for an alleged accidental shooting on Shedds Avenue. Courtesy photo/Nashua Police Department

NASHUA – Damari Robinson, 19, of Boston, was taken into custody on April 9 in connection with a shooting on Shedds Avenue.

According to the Nashua Police Department, officers responded to 3 Shedds Ave. just after 3 p.m. for a report of shots fired.

Upon arrival, officers reportedly found a 15-year-old male who had been shot in the shoulder.

After further investigation, detectives with the Special Investigations Division learned that he and the victim knew each other. Detectives also discovered that Robinson had found an unsecured gun in the residence and that the shooting appeared to be the result of the gun going off accidentally.

The victim was taken to a local hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

Robinson has been charged with reckless conduct and second degree assault.

Under state law, if convicted, Robinson could face up to 14 years in prison, up to 10 years of probation and up to $8,000 in fines.

He was held on preventative detention and was scheduled to be arraigned in Nashua District Court on April 10.