Lackawanna DA confirms 3 teens in custody after Olyphant shooting
OLYPHANT, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — Three teens, all under the age of 15, are in police custody in connection with a shooting involving a 12-year-old boy Sunday night, according to the Lackawanna County District Attorney, Mike Gallagher.
The young victim was shot in the chest and remains hospitalized Monday evening, District Attorney Gallagher explained.
Authorities say the victim is in critical condition but is stable and expected to survive.
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District Attorney Gallagher says the 14-year-old alleged shooter is facing multiple charges, including attempted murder, aggravated assault, and other related firearms charges.
Under Pennsylvania Law, Gallagher explains that to be treated as an adult in court, the alleged actor needs to be at least 15 years old.
Gallagher told 28/22 News that his office is filing a petition to charge the alleged shooter as an adult.
This is a developing story, and 28/22 News will provide updates as new information is made available.
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