On Saturday April 29th, 2017 at approximately 1:29 AM, Syracuse Police Officers responded to St. Joseph’s Hospital regarding a shooting call. Upon arrival, Officers met with a 14 year old male who was suffering from a gunshot wound to his right foot. The injury is not considered to be life threatening.
The victim stated that he was walking in the 1200 block of Hawley Avenue when he heard a gunshot. The victim stated that he ran home to the 600 block of Highland Street when he realized that he had been shot. The victim then got a ride to the hospital from a family member. The victim did not report seeing anyone fire the shot and had no other suspect information. Officers were unable to locate a scene on Hawley Avenue.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Syracuse Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at (315) 442-5222. All calls will remain confidential. Anonymous tips may also be submitted using the “SPD Tips” app.