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14-year-old killed in shooting and 18-year-old taken into custody Saturday night

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MILWAUKEE — A 14-year-old was shot and severely injured Saturday night on the 3300 block of N. 21st St.

The boy, identified by the Milwaukee County Medical Examiner's Office as Bryant Triplett, was taken to a nearby hospital but later died of his injuries.

The shooting happened at about 9:15 p.m. and an 18-year-old was arrested, according to a release by the Milwaukee Police Department.

MPD is investigating what led up to the shooting and referred charges to the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Milwaukee Police at (414) 935-7360 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-Tips or P3 Tips.


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