A teen is in serious condition after being shot in the head in Northern Kentucky on Saturday afternoon, according to the Elsmere Police Department.
Police arrived to an apartment on Garvey Avenue, where they discovered a 17-year-old with a gunshot wound to the head. The teenager was transported to the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where he was classified in critical condition.
Elsmere police conducted an investigation and identified the shooter as another juvenile who knew the teen. Officers discovered a firearm at the scene.
The juvenile suspect reported to the Elsmere Police Department and cooperated with the investigation. Police charged the defendant with second-degree assault.
Investigators suspect the gunshot occurred as the kids were demonstrating the firearm to others over a FaceTime chat.
The investigation is ongoing, and police are attempting to identify the other individuals on the call.
Anyone with information should call the Elsmere Police Department at 859-356-3191.
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