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15-year-old shot in Philadelphia's Nicetown section: police

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- A 15-year-old was shot in Philadelphia's Nicetown section on Monday night, police said. 

The shooting happened in the area of 1475 West Hunting Park Avenue at around 10:10 p.m., according to police. 

Authorities said the 15-year-old was shot in the neck and taken to St. Christopher's Hospital for Children. He was placed in serious condition, police said. 

A motive for the shooting is unclear at this time. 

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