District 6 is investigating a shooting that left a 14-year-old male injured on January 1 in the 5500 block of Goodfellow.
A preliminary investigation revealed the teen was with an adult relative at approximately 12 a.m. when they just arrived at their residence. Upon walking onto their porch, the teen felt pain to his face. The teen’s relative observed an injury and took the teen to the hospital.
Once at the hospital in treatment, it was revealed the teen was struck by a bullet that hit his nose. It is believed the teen was struck by a stray bullet from gunfire that was taking place in the proximity of their residence.
The teen was listed in stable condition. The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with a tip about this incident who wants to remain anonymous and is interested in a possible cash reward for their tip should contact CrimeStoppers at 866-371-TIPS (8477). Tips can also be submitted to a detective at 314-444-0001. Only tips submitted to CrimeStoppers that lead to an arrest are eligible for CrimeStoppers’ rewards.