LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A teenage boy is in the hospital after he was shot Wednesday morning in downtown Louisville.
At about 12:50 a.m., Louisville Metro police responded to a shooting in the area of 9th and West Jefferson streets, according to an LMPD news release.
Officers on scene found a teenage boy, believed to be 16 years old, outside in a parking lot suffering from a gunshot wound.
Officers rendered first aid until EMS could arrive. Once on scene, EMS transported the victim to UofL Hospital where officials say they expect him to survive.
LMPD's Non-Fatal Shooting Unit is handling the investigation. There are no known suspects.
Anyone with information regarding the case is asked to call LMPD's anonymous tip line at (502) 574-5673 or utilize LMPD's Crime Tip Portal online.
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