Gary, IN – A 19-year-old man was fatally shot Thursday afternoon inside a business on East 21st Avenue, police said.
Officers responded to a call around 4:06 p.m. about a man down at 1000 East 21st Avenue. Upon arrival, they found the victim unresponsive with a gunshot wound. Emergency responders from the Gary Fire Department confirmed the man had died at the scene.
According to the Gary Police Department, the victim was identified as a local 19-year-old. Authorities have not disclosed further details about the circumstances leading to the shooting.
The Lake County Prosecutor’s Homicide Task Force, Lake County Crime Lab, and Lake County Coroner’s Office are assisting in the investigation. Police secured the scene and continue to gather evidence.
Gary Police urge anyone with information about the homicide to contact Corporal Daryl Gordon at 219-755-3855.
This tragic incident marks another case of gun violence in the area, sparking concerns about community safety. Authorities are asking residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
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