Police: 16-Year-Old in Critical Condition After Gunman Opens Fire on Two Teens

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POLICE INVESTIGATE SHOOTING INCIDENT THAT LEFT TWO TEENAGERS INJURED

Police are investigating a shooting incident that left two teenage males nursing gunshot injuries on Wednesday evening.

Around 5:30 p.m. on July 1, police responded to reports of a shooting on Christian Street.

Preliminary investigations indicate that the two teenagers were walking along Armstrong Road when they were approached by a lone gunman dressed in black clothing with his face covered.

The assailant reportedly opened fire, striking both victims before fleeing the area on foot.

One of the victims, a 16-year-old, sustained a gunshot wound to the chest and remains hospitalized in critical condition.

The second victim, a 17-year-old, received gunshot wounds to both legs. His injuries are not considered life-threatening, and he remains under medical care.

The suspect is described as being approximately 5 feet 6 inches tall with a slim build. Investigations into the incident are ongoing.

Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is asked to contact the Criminal Investigations Department at 462-3913 or 462-3914, call the anonymous Crimestoppers hotline at 800-TIPS (8477), or dial 911.

This article was originally published by Antigua News Room. Read the original article here: 16-Year-Old Critical After Christian Street Shooting; Teenager Also Wounded.