Teen in Critical Condition After Shooting in NKY

The incident took place at an apartment along Garvey Avenue in Elsmere

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(Elsmere, Ky.) - A shooting investigation is underway after a teenager was seriously injured in an incident in northern Kentucky. 

According to Elsmere Police, a 17-year-old suffered a gunshot wound to the head at an apartment along Garvey Avenue on Saturday. 

Investigators say two teens were showing off a handgun on Facetime when the gun went off. 

The victim is said to be in critical condition. 

The suspect has been cooperative and has been charged with second degree assault. 

Anyone with information should call the Elsmere Police Department at 859-356-3191.

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