LA PLATA, Md. — Deputies in La Plata, Maryland, are investigating after a teenage boy was shot late Thursday night.
Charles County Sheriff's Office deputies were called to the area of Caroline Drive and Jennie Run Drive for a report of a shooting just before midnight. Once on scene they found a 13-year-old boy suffering from a gunshot wound to the arm.
He was flown to an area hospital where his injuries are not thought to be life-threatening, according to the sheriff's office.
A preliminary investigation found that the 13-year-old boy was outside with some other people when someone fired several rounds, striking the boy in the wrist. No other injuries were reported. Deputies are still working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting and whether the boy who was shot was the target of the shooter.
The Charles County Sheriff's Office has not released any additional information about a suspect or suspects in this case. No arrests have been made. The investigation is active and ongoing, according to deputies.
Anyone who may have information about this case is asked to call Det. A. Worley at 301-609-6418. Tipsters wishing to remain anonymous should contact Charles County Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS.
