A 14-year-old male was shot a week ago in the County. He died at the hospital two days later. Another juvenile, age 15, was charged. Deputies and Sheriff Curtis Brame are handling the case.
In a separate matter, a 14-year-old female was apparently shot in the City Monday night about 7 o’clock. She was injured but not seriously.
Henderson Police Chief Marcus Barrow said in email correspondence with WIZS News, “Reports of gunfire came in from the 200 block of Walnut Street. The incident was found to have occurred at and in front of 220 Walnut Street. When officers arrived, they found a 14 year old female with an injury to her elbow. She was transported with non-life threatening injuries to a local medical facility. Also located on scene was Carlos Alston (20) who had felony warrants and was taken into custody.”
Barrow indicated two automobiles were damaged in the apparent exchange of gunfire. He said The Daily Dispatch building was struck causing some property damage to brick.
Barrow said, “Individuals of the residence were initially uncooperative but investigators are following up on leads at this time.
“We are actively seeking information from the public. Anyone with information about this incident is urged to call the Police Department or Henderson Vance Crime Stoppers with information. They can also send the information through the P3 App. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards for information given that leads to the arrest and/or conviction of criminals.”