ST. GEORGE — A male was shot Sunday afternoon, with the suspect in custody, according to the St. George Police Department.

In a Facebook post from the police department, the St. George 911 Communications Center received a report of a 19-year-old male being shot near 1100 North Bluff Street.

Police said the incident happened just after 2 p.m.

The male was treated at the scene and transported to the nearby hospital, according to the post.

Police said they were able to identify the suspect and placed them in custody.

The incident is currently under investigation.

This is a breaking news story. It may be updated.

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