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15-year-old shot multiple times in northeast Richland County

Deputies say the 15-year-old has been shot multiple times in the upper and lower body.

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. — A 15-year-old has been shot in northeast Richland County, according to the Richland County Sheriff's Office.

Deputies say they were called to the 9400 block of Wilson Boulevard around 7:25 p.m. Thursday in reference to a shooting.

When they arrived, deputies say they found a 15-year-old juvenile had been shot multiple times in the upper and lower body. He has been taken to a local hospital for treatment.

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Police say they are continuing to investigate the shooting and ask anyone with information about the incident to contact Crimestoppers anonymously in any of the following ways:

Callers will remain anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.

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