A male teenager was wounded in a shooting Tuesday in Martinsville, turning a stretch of North Main Street into an active crime scene as first responders rushed to keep him alive.
Officers found the victim in the 400 block of North Main Street and administered emergency aid until medics arrived. The teen was airlifted to an Indianapolis-area hospital, where his condition was described as stable, according to WTHR.
Martinsville police said they do not believe there is an ongoing threat to the public. Investigators indicated they have a possible suspect and several witnesses in the case, with multiple juveniles among those involved.
Investigation under way
Detectives are processing the scene in the 400 block of North Main and interviewing witnesses while staying in contact with medical personnel to monitor the teenager’s condition. As of now, officials have not released any names or announced charges.
Police said they plan to provide updates when appropriate as the investigation continues and more information is confirmed.
A pattern of concern
The shooting adds to a troubling recent history of gun violence involving young people in Martinsville. In a separate incident in recent years, a prior case left a teenager critically injured. For background, see nighttime shooting left a teen critical.
Police appeal for tips
Martinsville police are asking anyone with information about Tuesday’s shooting to contact the department or Morgan County authorities. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through local crime-stoppers.
Officials emphasized that community assistance is crucial to the investigation while they work to protect the identities of juveniles connected to the case.
