JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A 17-year-old is recovering after being shot Monday night in Moncrief.
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office responded just before 9 p.m. to Pearce Street and W. 34th Street.
Police said a girl was shot in the leg while in a passenger seat of a vehicle in the area. She was taken to UF Health Jacksonville for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.
It is not known if the 17-year-old was the intended target. JSO is continuing to investigate.
Anyone who has any information about the incident is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 866-845-TIPS. You can remain anonymous and receive a possible reward of up to $3,000.
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#ANjaxBREAKING Jso on scene of reported shooting. Scene is several blocks wide around 33rd and Pearce in moncrief pic.twitter.com/xmZYMyamMn
— Cole Heath (@ColeHeathMSP) September 6, 2016
I'm told shooting victim saw jfrd responding to a nearby car fire and flagged them down. Jso looking for suspect around 33rd and Pearce.
— Cole Heath (@ColeHeathMSP) September 6, 2016
Im told 17 year old girl shot in the leg inside the car while moving. No suspect description or shooting location. pic.twitter.com/FzUth6m6oV
— Cole Heath (@ColeHeathMSP) September 6, 2016
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