An investigation is underway in the shooting death of an Alabama middle school student.

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency on Friday announced the agency is leading the probe.

State Bureau of Investigation agents responded to the scene in the 200 block of Hickory Street in West Blocton in Bibb County about 6:30 a.m. Thursday.

The victim was 13 years old but no additional information has been released.

ALEA spokeswoman Amanda Wasden said once the investigation is complete, the findings will be turned over to the Bibb County District Attorney’s Office for review.

West Blocton Middle School officials released a statement saying the 13-year-old was a student.

“Our West Blocton Middle family has been deeply impacted by this tragic loss,” the statement read. “We know our students and staff

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