Man accused of shooting kids 6, 7 with BB gun for ‘making too much noise’

GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. – A Gwinnett County man is behind bars after allegedly firing a BB gun at two children. 

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The children were playing near his home, according to the Gwinnett County Police Department.

What we know:

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Officers responded to the 1500 block of Margate Court near Lawrenceville on March 24 following reports of a disturbance involving a firearm. 

Police said 48-year-old Mr. Shihchen Chou discharged a BB gun, striking two children — ages 6 and 7 — with the projectiles. 

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Investigators reported that Chou told authorities the children were “making too much noise and riding their bikes on his yard.” 

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The injuries sustained by the children were not critical, according to the police.

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Chou was arrested at the scene and charged with multiple felonies, including first-degree cruelty to children and aggravated assault. He also faces two misdemeanor counts of battery.

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What we don’t know:

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Police have not confirmed whether they recovered the BB gun.

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It is unclear whether Chou has retained legal representation. 

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The date of his next court appearance has not been announced.

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