On the evening of July 1, a brazen daylight shooting sent two teenage boys to area hospitals, leaving one in life-threatening condition and triggering a manhunt for a lone suspect still at large, local law enforcement confirmed Wednesday.
First emergency dispatchers received calls about the shooting just after 5:30 p.m., with officers rushing to the Christian Street neighborhood in response to the active incident report. Preliminary law enforcement findings have outlined the sequence of events: the two young victims were out walking along Armstrong Road when an unidentified attacker stepped forward to confront them. The suspect, described by investigators as wearing all-black clothing with a covering concealing his face, opened fire immediately before running away from the scene on foot.
Emergency medical teams quickly transported both teenagers to local medical facilities for urgent care. The younger of the two victims, aged 16, suffered a gunshot wound to the chest that required immediate intervention. As of the latest police update, he remains hospitalized in critical condition, with medical teams monitoring his condition closely. The second victim, a 17-year-old, sustained multiple gunshot wounds to both of his legs. While his injuries require ongoing medical care, doctors have confirmed his condition is stable and not considered to be life-threatening.
Investigators have released a physical description of the suspect to aid public tips: the attacker is believed to stand roughly 5 feet 6 inches tall and has a slim build. The Criminal Investigations Department has taken the lead on the ongoing probe, and law enforcement is urging members of the local community with any relevant information – no matter how small it may seem – to come forward to assist the investigation.
Members of the public have multiple channels to share information: they can reach the Criminal Investigations Department directly at 462-3913 or 462-3914, submit an anonymous tip through the national Crimestoppers hotline at 800-TIPS (8477), or contact emergency services at 911 with any immediate details about the suspect or the shooting.