A 16-year-old boy is in critical condition after being shot in the chest in Ogden on Wednesday afternoon, according to a November 11 report by Gephardt Daily.
Ogden City police responded to the area of 22nd Street and Van Buren Avenue at approximately 3:50 p.m. following a report of a shooting.
Upon arriving at the scene, officers located the teenager with an apparent gunshot wound to the chest. The victim was conscious and able to communicate with responding officers, who immediately arranged for medical assistance.
The victim was transported to a local hospital, where he remains in critical condition while receiving medical treatment.
A suspect located at the scene was detained by responding officers. According to an Ogden City Police Department statement, the incident appears to be isolated based on a preliminary investigation.
Police stated there is no known ongoing threat to the public following the incident.
Ogden City Police detectives responded to the scene to assist with the investigation. They are actively working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
