CHICAGO (WLS) -- A 14-year-old boy was shot Friday evening near 31st Street Beach, Chicago police said.
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The circumstances surrounding the shooting are still unclear at this time, police said. The victim sustained a gunshot wound to the left thigh just before 9 p.m. and was taken to Comer Children's Hospital in fair condition.
A 17-year-old boy was arrested in connection with the shooting, police said. He has been charged with unlawful use of an automatic weapon and possession of a stolen firearm, among other charges.
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Video of the scene showed large crowds gathered at 31st Street Beach as police monitored the area following the shooting.
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Police have not released any further details about the incident at this time.
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