A teenager was shot in the leg early Saturday morning and subsequently crashed his car in south Phoenix. According to Phoenix police, the incident took place near 7th Avenue and Baseline Road.
Police responded to the scene where the injured teen was found. Authorities have not released further details regarding the circumstances of the shooting or the teen's condition.
The investigation remains ongoing as officers work to piece together what led to the shooting and the crash.
"Phoenix police officers responded to reports of a teen shot and involved in a vehicle crash," the official statement said.
This incident highlights the risks young people face in violent situations and the urgent need for community safety measures.