ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — On Wednesday morning, a 17-year-old suspect was taken into custody for the alleged shooting of a 15-year-old on Roycroft Drive.

According to officers, on August 17, a 15-year-old was found with a life-threatening gunshot wound to the upper body. He was taken to Strong Hospital, where his condition was stabilized.

Investigators say the shooting was a result of an argument that escalated into the victim being shot in the backyard. The suspect allegedly fled the scene.

The 17-year-old suspect was taken into custody on August 20 while being on probation for stolen vehicle-related crimes.

He is being charged with first-degree assault and two counts of second-degree possession of a weapon. He is currently in custody awaiting arraignment.

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