50°
Shortly before 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 28, officers were called to the 100 block of East Washington Street, where they investigated a reported shooting involving the teen and treated a 41-year-old man for a gunshot wound to the leg.
According to a spokesperson from the Hagerstown Police Department, the 16-year-old suspect was identified as a suspect by investigators and took off on foot before being taken into custody in the 300 block of Liberty Street.
It is believed to have been a targeted attack.
The man was taken to Meritus Medical Center for treatment and evaluation of multiple non-life-threatening gunshot wounds.
"We anticipate the 16 year old will be charged as an adult later this evening and we will release further information when he has been officially charged," a police spokesperson said.
This is a developing story.
Check Daily Voice for updates.
Want breaking news in the DMV as it happens, or want to contribute? Join the DMV All Incidents Facebook group.
Click here to follow Daily Voice Glenwood-Glenelg and receive free news updates.
