SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating an overnight shooting that sent a boy to the hospital.
Just after 12:30 a.m. Saturday, police were in the area of the 1400 block of N. Lorraine in Wichita when they heard gunfire, according to Officer Kris Gupilan.
A church building, which four individuals occupied at the time, was struck by the gunfire; thankfully, no injuries were reported at the church.
A second scene was identified in the 1400 block of N. Lorraine, where a residence had also been struck. An 11-year-old boy inside the residence sustained a non-life-threatening injury to the head. The child was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment.
This is an active investigation, and officers are actively following up on leads to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to call WPD investigators at 316-268-4407. If you want to remain anonymous, you can submit your information to Crime Stoppers at 316-267-2111.