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Police: 16-Year-Old Injured In Shooting In Southeast Baltimore

BALTIMORE (WJZ) -- Police are investigating after a 16-year-old boy was injured in a shooting in southeast Baltimore Wednesday night.

A police officer was conducting business checks in the 400 block of South Eaton Avenue around 6:17 p.m. when he came across a shooting victim.

The officer found that a 16-year-old boy was suffering from a gunshot wound to the leg.

The victim was taken to an area hospital for treatment.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Southeast District detectives, at 410-396-2422.

Those who wish to remain anonymous can utilize the Metro Crime Stoppers tip line, at 1-866-7LOCKUP. You can also submit an online text tip to Metro Crime Stoppers.

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