A 17-year-old boy was injured in a drive-by shooting that unfolded Saturday afternoon in the suburban streets of Snohomish County, as reported by the Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office. The incident took place specifically in the 600 block of 124th Street Southwest in Everett. KING5 noted that the young man was promptly transported to the hospital, suffering from gunshot wounds incurred during the assault.
The Snohomish County Sheriff's Office utilized the reach of social media to swiftly alert the public, posting on X about the shooting and the consequent sizable law enforcement presence. They disclosed in an update that the teenager was taken to Providence Regional Medical Center Everett - Colby Campus for what was described as "extreme surgery" but fortunately, is expected to make a full recovery. Despite the swift response, authorities admitted to have not yet identified the two men believed to rapidly have fled the scene in an unidentifiable vehicle after the event, as highlighted in a KOMO News report.
Deputies are currently piecing together the events that led to the shooting and are actively seeking any details that could aid in capturing those responsible. Little has been released on the motive behind the shooting, or whether the injured teen was specifically targeted. As the sheriff's department continues to investigate, they have implored the public to come forward with any potential leads.
Deputies are investigating a drive by shooting in the 600 block of 124 St SW. A 17 year old male has been transported to Colby Campus with gun shot wounds. 2 male subjects were seen fleeing the scene in an unknown vehicle.
— snocosheriff (@SnoCoSheriff) July 21, 2024
Investigation is continuing with updates to follow.
Further details about the drive-by shooting and updates regarding the investigation will be shared by law enforcement as the probe progresses. "Investigation is continuing with updates to follow," the Snohomish County Sheriff's social media post stated, calling for the community to keep a watchful eye for any related developments and, if necessary, to provide aid in the active search for truth and justice. The post emphasizes the ongoing dedication to apprehend those involved and to seriously directly tackle the gun violence that shook a community.
