Police: 17-year-old shot in leg in Roanoke

Shooting occurred at corner of 17th St. NW, Orange Ave. NW

ROANOKE, Va. –  A 17-year-old boy was shot in the leg Sunday afternoon, according to Roanoke City Police.

The shooting happened around 1:15 p.m. at the corner of 17th Street Northwest and Orange Avenue Northwest.

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The boy was taken to the hospital, but police did not release his identity or condition. 

Police said no arrests have been made. The investigation is ongoing. 


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