Peoria, IL – Manual High School in Peoria was struck by gunfire Friday afternoon, prompting a lockdown and leading to the arrest of a juvenile suspect, police said.
According to the Peoria Police Department, officers responded around 2:23 p.m. Friday to the 2400 block of West Wiswall after a ShotSpotter alert detected four rounds fired. When officers arrived, no victims were found. Due to the proximity of the incident, the high school was placed on temporary lockdown as a precaution.
Investigators later confirmed that the school building sustained damage from the gunfire. Officers also recovered a discarded firearm and other evidence during the investigation.
Police said a 15-year-old male was identified as a suspect after being seen running from the area. Following a short foot chase, officers apprehended him and transported him to the Peoria Police Department for questioning.
The juvenile was arrested on several charges, including aggravated discharge of a firearm, aggravated unlawful use of a weapon, possession of a handgun under 21, possession of ammunition under 21, obstructing/resisting, and criminal damage to property. He was later transported to the Peoria County Juvenile Detention Center.
No injuries were reported in connection with the shooting. Police said the incident remains under investigation and are urging anyone with information to contact the Peoria Police Department at (309) 673-4521. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through tip411 or Crime Stoppers at (309) 673-9000.
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