Update:

Za'Dok Clark was accidentally shot and killed by a sibling on Friday. This happened on Dean Drive in Kinston. The young man was a student at Contentnea-Savannah School. A GoFundMe has been started by the victim's family to help with final expenses. 

UPDATE:

The preliminary investigation into the shooting death of the 12-year-old boy appears to be an accidental shooting by a sibling.

The boy is a student at Contentnea-Savannah School; the LCSO has contacted Lenoir County Public Schools officials and there will be guidance counselors at the school Friday to assist with students.

The name of the boy is not being released until next-of-kin and other family members are contacted.

The Lenoir County Department of Social Services is aiding the LCSO in this situation.

The LCSO is consulting with the District Attorney’s office for guidance and the investigation into this incident continues.

This is the final update of the evening.

ORIGINAL REPORT:

A 12-year-old boy has died due to a gunshot wound; the incident happened on the 2600 block of Dean Drive in Kinston a few minutes before 7 p.m. today. The incident is currently under investigation by the Lenoir County Sheriff's Office. More details soon.