Teenage victim found shot in area of Dinsmore and Pirl streets
“Detectives learned that the victim was with some of other teens in the 1300 block of Hamilton Street when an unknown person began shooting at them. Only the victim was hit by the gunfire,” police said in a written statement.
Investigators have not established a motive for the shooting.
No suspects have been identified. Homicide detectives continue to investigate.
Anyone with information is asked to call the county’s tip line at 1-833-ALL-TIPS (1-833-255-8477). Anonymous calls will be accepted.
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