Spate of Teen Shootings Rocks Urban Areas
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A 15-year-old boy was fatally shot near basketball courts at Riverbank State Park in Harlem, shocking parkgoers who were enjoying a Fourth of July weekend. Witnesses reported hearing about five shots and rushed to aid the boy, but he succumbed to his injuries. It is unclear if the teenager was targeted or caught in crossfire, and no arrests have been made. Riverbank State Park, known as an urban oasis, is a popular spot for picnics, gardening, and swimming. The shooting has left the community stunned, as incidents like this are rare in the area.
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