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.
Police have not released any further details about the incident at this time.
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