Girl shot while allegedly trying to steal car from Kenosha gas station: police

Friday, July 16, 2021
KENOSHA, Wis. (WLS) -- A girl is in critical condition Friday night after she was shot while allegedly trying to steal a car from a Kenosha gas station in Wisconsin, according to police.

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A man said he left his car running unattended at a gas station near 50th Street and Sheridan Rd around 5:30 p.m. when he saw the girl, described as a juvenile, jump into his car and try to drive away. That's when he grabbed his gun and fired shots, hitting the girl in the back, police said.
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The girl was flown to a hospital in critical condition, Kenosha police said.


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Police have the shooter in custody.

This is a developing story and will be updated when more information becomes available.
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