BETHLEHEM, Pa. – A 21-year-old man was rushed to the hospital Friday evening with life-threatening injuries after being shot inside a home on Maple Street, according to Bethlehem Police.
Officers were called to the 1100 block of Maple Street around 5:30 p.m. Friday for a report of an injured person. When they arrived, police found the man inside a residence with a gunshot wound.
He was taken to a local hospital, where his injuries are believed to be life-threatening.
Police say investigators found a .22-caliber firearm at the scene. Shortly after, officers located a 15-year-old boy believed to be involved in the shooting and took him into custody.
Because the suspect is a juvenile, police are not releasing his name or any other identifying details.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police say more information will be released as it becomes available.
Source: City of Bethlehem Police Department
