"A 17‑year‑old boy was arrested in connection with a shooting in the Bronx that resulted in the death of a 16‑year‑old and injuries to two other teenagers. The incident occurred last Wednesday and has become a focus of attention for local law enforcement as they investigate the circumstances of the crime, according to CBS News. The arrest follows the alleged suspect, whose name has not been released because of his age, surrendering to a local police precinct on Sunday evening with a legal representative, PIX11 reported."
"Police reported that the shooting took place shortly after 5 p.m. last Wednesday near 238th Street and Putnam Avenue in the Kingsbridge area. Officers found a 16-year-old, identified as Christopher Redding, with a gunshot wound to the back; he was pronounced dead at a hospital. Two other victims, a 15-year-old boy and a 13-year-old girl, were also injured at the scene and are expected to recover."
A 17-year-old surrendered at a precinct with a legal representative and was arrested on charges including murder, attempted murder, manslaughter, assault, and criminal possession of a weapon. The shooting occurred shortly after 5 p.m. near 238th Street and Putnam Avenue in Kingsbridge. A 16-year-old, Christopher Redding, was found with a gunshot wound to the back and was pronounced dead at a hospital. A 15-year-old boy and a 13-year-old girl were injured and are expected to recover. Reports indicate the shooter questioned the victims' affiliation with the A Block gang before opening fire. Officials announced deployment of nearly 200 additional officers and the creation of specialized units, and local leaders urged reduced gun violence and limits on youth access to firearms.
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