A teenage boy was injured in a shooting in Tampa earlier this week, spurring an investigation by local authorities. The Tampa Police Department reported that the incident occurred on the 2100 block of W Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard around 1 p.m. yesterday. According to WFLA News Channel 8, the teen suffered a gunshot wound to his upper body following an altercation. He was transported to a hospital and is reported to be in stable condition.
An active search for the shooter is currently underway, as officials piece together the circumstances leading to the violent encounter. While the exact nature of the altercation has not been released, the area where the shooting took place is now a focal point of the investigation by Tampa police. "The investigation is ongoing," stated TPD, indicating that more information may be forthcoming, according to WFLA News Channel 8.
As of now, the police have not disclosed any details regarding a potential suspect. People with information about the incident are encouraged to contact the Tampa Police Department at 813-231-6130. Tipsters can also submit anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers of Tampa Bay by calling 1-800-873-8477, as mentioned in a report by ABC Action News.
In a statement obtained by FOX 13 News, TPD emphasized that they are "actively investigating the shooting" and will update the public as new information is available. The scene has been processed, and detectives are likely working to gather surveillance footage, witness statements, and any other evidence that could lead to identifying and apprehending the individual responsible for injuring the teen.
