Detroit police investigate fatal shooting of teen boy
(CBS DETROIT) - Police are investigating after a teen was shot and killed Wednesday afternoon in Detroit.
Authorities said the shooting happened at about 3:53 p.m. in the area of Bedford and Interstate 94.
Police did not provide any further information on the shooting.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Detroit Police Department's homicide section at 313-596-2260 or Crime Stoppers at 800-Speak Up.
The Detroit Public Schools Community District released a statement following the teen's death.
"We are deeply saddened by the loss of a 10th grade student who was fatally shot yesterday off school grounds. The incident occurred nearly 2 miles from the school in the latter part of the afternoon. Our hearts go out to the family and friends of the student during this difficult time. The Detroit Police Department is actively investigating the case and initial information is that the shooting was connected to an attempted robbery. We have no reason to believe this act of violence was directly connected to the school or its students. As a precautionary measure, additional police presence will at the school until the end of the school year. Today work and school was cancelled to allow students and staff to process and mourn the loss of a student. The District placed grief counselors at the school for comfort and counsel. Administration and security reported to work. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, community, and everyone affected by this tragedy."
