Search for shooter after 13-year-old boys wounded
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In a troubling incident in St. Petersburg, Florida, two 13-year-old boys were shot during a neighborhood dispute, highlighting ongoing concerns about youth violence. The shooting occurred on Monday around 4:30 p. m. outside a convenience store where the boys were riding their bikes.
One of the victims is reported to be in critical but stable condition, while the other is stable. The St. Petersburg Police Department is investigating the case as attempted homicide and is actively searching for the suspect, who fled the scene in a four-door white sedan. Ashley Limardo, a Public Information Specialist with SPPD, expressed the urgency of addressing such violent incidents, particularly involving children. The police are calling on the community to understand that no argument is worth resorting to gun violence.
This incident raises broader questions about safety in neighborhoods and the need for effective conflict resolution among youth. The community's response and the police's ongoing investigation will be crucial in addressing the aftermath of this tragic event.