KEARNS, Utah — A shooting Saturday night in Kearns left one teenager critically wounded, and a teenage suspect has been arrested.
Unified Police said the shooting happened near 6000 S. Cougar Lane shortly before 8 p.m.
When officers responded to the call of shots fired, they found one victim lying on the ground next to a vehicle. The victim was taken to the hospital in critical condition.
Officials said there was a party happening nearby with around 10-15 people, and those attendees have been cooperating with police and providing interviews.
In an update two days later, UPD said the victim was a 17-year-old boy who is still in the hospital.
Investigators were able to identify a suspect, also a 17-year-old male, and took him into custody. Police said they believe the shooting was gang-related, and both the suspect and victim have "possible gang affiliations."
In Monday's update, UPD said they learned that the victim was driving past a residence on Cougar Lane when he stopped, and a "verbal confrontation" ensued. This led to the suspect firing multiple shots at the victim.
UPD said they are still investigating the incident and ask anyone with information to call 801-840-4000.
