Jun 14, 2024

Police search for suspect who shot, wounded Kansas teen

Posted Jun 14, 2024 10:00 AM
Police on the scene of the investigation- photo courtesy KWCH
Police on the scene of the investigation- photo courtesy KWCH

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting and searching for suspects.

Just after 10:30p.m. Wednesday,  police responded to the report of a shooting in the 1800 Block of South Glendale in Wichita, according to Officer  Kristopher Gupilan.

Upon arrival in the area,  a 17-year-old with a single gunshot wound contacted officers. EMS transported to the boy to an area hospital and he is expected to survive.

Police investigators followed-up on preliminary information provided by the victim and located a shooting scene. Investigators are continuing to follow-up on information and are looking for additional evidence, including video to determine what occurred.