Teen shot after going to wrong house to pick up siblings sparks community outrage and police investigation.

1 min read
Source: CBS News
Teen shot after going to wrong house to pick up siblings sparks community outrage and police investigation.
Photo: CBS News
TL;DR

Kansas City police are investigating the shooting of a Black teenager, Ralph Yarl, who was trying to pick up his younger brothers from a friend's house and went to the wrong house. The homeowner allegedly shot Yarl, who was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. Police have not identified the shooter or his race, and the investigation is ongoing. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump has been retained by Yarl's family and said the shooter is white. The case may involve Stand Your Ground laws, and the community is concerned about possible racial motivations.

Share this article

Want the full story? Read the original reporting

Read on CBS News