6-year-old Connecticut boy allegedly burned by another child: "Mommy, they lit me on fire"

A 6-year-old Connecticut boy suffered serious burns to his face and legs after being hit with a burning ball thrown by another young child, according to his family. The boy was being treated for second- and third-degree burns at Bridgeport Hospital and is recovering, relatives said.

Bridgeport officials did not immediately confirm the family's account. Bridgeport's director of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, Scott Appleby, said in a statement that the incident Sunday was under investigation. Preliminary reports indicated four unattended children were seen playing with gasoline and lighting objects on fire, he said.

No criminal charges were announced.