14-year-old arrested after fatal shooting of teen in Paducah

PADUCAH, Ky. – A 14-year-old has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a 17-year-old in Paducah, authorities say.

According to a social media post by the Paducah Police Department, around 10:55 p.m. Monday, officers responded to the 1000 block of Bronson Avenue for a reported shooting.

Upon arrival, authorities say they located a 17-year-old male who had been shot.

Authorities say they provided first-aid until medical personnel arrived on scene.

The victim was transported by ambulance to a local hospital but did not survive, authorities say.

A 14-year-old male has since been charged in connection with the shooting, according to police. Authorities say they learned the teen allegedly fired a handgun during an argument, leading to the victim’s death.

The 14-year-old currently faces a murder charge and was transported to the McCracken Regional Juvenile Detention Center.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Detectives encourage anyone with information related to this investigation to contact the Paducah Police Department at (270) 444-8550 or submit an anonymous tip through West KY Crime Stoppers.