JEFFERSON COUNTY, Colorado — Two juveniles have been arrested after a teenage boy was shot in the face on Sep. 18, the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (JCSO) said on Friday.
JCSO said deputies responded at 11:30 p.m. on Sep. 18 to the Swedish Southwest emergency room for a report of a juvenile who had been shot in the face.
The victim is expected to make a full recovery.
Deputies were initially told the shooting took place in Clement Park, according to JSCO.
After investigating, JCSO said they determined the shooting was not a random act, and it actually took place at a residence near West Ken Caryl Avenue and South Simms Street.
Two juveniles have been arrested in connection to the shooting, JSCO said.
The first suspect faces the following charges:
- First and second-degree assault
- Tampering with evidence
- Possession of a handgun by a juvenile
The second suspect faces one charge of possession of a handgun by a juvenile.
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