For Immediate Release

Saturday, May 27, 2017

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Methuen Police Arrest Suspect Involved in Shooting

METHUEN — Chief Joseph Solomon reports that the Methuen Police Department arrested a male juvenile allegedly involved in a shooting earlier today.

A 17-YEAR-OLD MALE JUVENILE, OF METHUEN, is charged with:

• Possession of a Firearm Without a License
• Possession of Ammunition
• Discharging a Firearm Within 500 Feet of a Dwelling
• Assault and Battery on a Police Officer

At approximately 4:30 p.m., Methuen Police responded to a home on Annis Street after receiving a report that a shooting had occurred at the residence.

Upon arrival, police learned that three juveniles were handling a gun when a 16-year-old male juvenile was shot in the shoulder, allegedly by the 17-YEAR-OLD JUVENILE. The victim was taken to a Boston hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

As a result of the investigation, the 17-YEAR-OLD JUVENILE was placed under arrest at his home. During booking, he assaulted two police officers. The suspect is currently being held on $5,000 cash bail at the Methuen Police Department.

The incident remains under investigation by the Methuen Police Department, which is currently working with a K-9 unit to locate the firearm.

These are allegations. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty.

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