AKRON, Pa. — Update, Nov. 29: West Earl Township Police said their initial investigation indicates the shooting that injured a 16-year-old on Sunday involved "mishandling of a firearm by juveniles."
The victim's gunshot injury was not self-inflicted, as was reported by some on social media and other media sources, according to police.
The victim is still being treated for his injury, and is expected to make a full recovery, police said.
The investigation is ongoing, but no charges have been filed at this point, according to police.
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Authorities in Lancaster County are investigating a shooting that left a 16-year-old injured.
According to West Earl Township Police, officers responded to a home on High Street in Akron Borough around 4:16 p.m. on Sunday, to help a reported shooting victim.
The 16-year-old male, who is not being identified, was taken to Lancaster General Hospital to be treated and is reportedly in stable condition.
West Earl Township Police said this is an isolated incident, and there is no risk to the public.
Police add, while they collected information from individuals who were on scene, they are still asking anyone who may have information on the incident to contact Detective Byrnes at (717) 859-1411 or by email at jbyrnes@westearlpd.org.
