17-year-old killed, 16-year-old shot and arrested in Racine Police said it happened during an  altercation  at Lockwood Park just before 1:15 a.m. Sunday.

A shooting at Lockwood Park in Racine killed a 17-year-old and put a 16-year-old under arrest in the hospital.

Police said it happened during an  altercation  in a large crowd that gathered just before 1:15 a.m. Sunday. First responders took the 17-year-old boy to the hospital with a gunshot wound to his back, but he later died. The 16-year-old arrested is being treated for a torso gunshot wound and is expected to survive.


 This senseless act of violence has impacted many lives, and we extend our deepest sympathies to all those affected as they navigate this difficult and heartbreaking time,  Racine Sgt. Alicia Mitchell said in a news release.

Any witnesses, or citizens with information, are urged to call the Racine Police Department Investigations Unit at (262) 635-7756. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at (262) 636-9330.

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