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17-year-old shot in the head in Annapolis

Posted at 8:11 PM, Nov 18, 2017
and last updated 2017-11-18 20:11:17-05

A 17-year-old male is fighting for his life after being shot in the head Saturday afternoon.  

Just minutes before 5 p.m. Annapolis police responded to President Street., between Van Buren and Monroe Streets for a report of a shooting.  

Upon arrival police discovered a 17-year-old male suffering from one gunshot wound to the head.  

The victim was transported to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries.  

Police believe the victim was walking with a group of friends on President Street, when one person from the group shot the victim and then the suspect fled with the group members  in a small blue vehicle.  

Police are asking anyone with information about this incident to contact detectives at 410-260-3439.  People can also call Metro Crime Stoppers at 1-866-7LOCKUP and submit an anonymous tip.