Kentucky State Police Take Juvenile into Custody After Two Minors Shot in Pike County, Investigators Say
PIKEVILLE, KENTUCKY — A juvenile has been taken into custody after two other minors were shot inside a Pike County residence on Tuesday, according to the Kentucky State Police. Troopers responded to the home on Rays Branch after receiving a 911 call reporting the incident.
Troopers Discover Two Juveniles with Gunshot Wounds After 911 Call
When state police arrived at the residence, they found two juvenile males suffering from gunshot wounds. Emergency responders transported both victims to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. Their current conditions have not been released.
Authorities say the shooting occurred inside the home, and all individuals involved were juveniles.
Initial Investigation Indicates Another Juvenile Discharged the Firearm
According to investigators, an initial review of the scene revealed that another male juvenile involved in the incident had discharged a firearm, striking both victims. Police have not released the identity of the juveniles due to their ages, and the motive remains unclear.
Detectives recovered evidence at the scene and are conducting follow-up interviews as they work to determine what led to the shooting.
One Juvenile Taken Into Custody; Multiple Charges Filed
Kentucky State Police say the juvenile believed to have fired the weapon was taken into custody and transported to the Breathitt County Juvenile Detention Center. He faces several charges, including:
- First-degree assault
- Possession of a handgun by a minor
- Tampering with physical evidence
The investigation is ongoing, and additional charges may be considered as more information becomes available.
As Kentucky State Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the Pike County shooting, community members are urged to report any information that may assist detectives. For updates on regional public safety and breaking crime news, visit ChicagoMusicGuide.com.