KSP investigating a tragic shooting in Pike County

Kentucky State Police are investigating a tragic shooting that happened Wednesday night in Pike County.  According to KSP officials, around 10pm, Troopers and EMS crews responded to a home on Long Fork of Kimper, after receiving reports of a shooting.  Once they arrived, they discovered a 16 year old female who had been shot.  She was transported to Pikeville Medical Center where she was pronounced deceased.  The preliminary investigation indicates she was accidentally shot by her sibling.  The victim’s body was transported to Frankfort for an autopsy.  No charges were filed, and KSP officials say none are anticipated.