Cops: 13-Year-Old Boy Shot By 17-Year-Old Brother In Brooklyn
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) -- A 13-year-old boy was rushed to the hospital after police say he was shot by his 17-year-old brother in Brooklyn Sunday afternoon.
Police say the shooting happened inside a home on Hedgeman Avenue in East New York just after 3:30 p.m. Neighbors say they heard nothing, but noticed several cars outside the home and knew something bad happened.
The 13-year-old was struck once in the thigh, according to police. He was rushed to Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center where he's expected to recover.
The 17-year-old brother who fired the gun fled the location in an unknown direction and was last seen wearing a black jacket and blue jeans, according to authorities.
Neighbors say they aren't sure who the brothers are, but they're very concerned.
"I'm shocked and appalled," one woman said. "It's crazy."
It wasn't immediately clear what led to the shooting, which remains under investigation.
Stick with CBSNewYork for more on this developing story.
