Police say disturbance inside Red Roof Inn preceded early morning gunfire
Allentown, PA – A 17-year-old has been charged following an early morning shooting at a hotel in Allentown that left one ব্যক্তি with a gunshot wound, authorities said Wednesday. The incident prompted a rapid police response and an investigation that led to the recovery of a firearm and an arrest within hours.
Officers were called to the Red Roof Inn on the 2600 block of Moravian Avenue at approximately 4:53 a.m. Wednesday for reports of a shooting. Shortly after, a victim arrived at a local hospital suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound.
An investigation conducted by the Allentown Police Patrol Division and Criminal Investigations Division determined the shooting stemmed from a disturbance inside one of the hotel rooms. Police confirmed the firearm used in the incident was recovered.
Juvenile charged after disturbance turns violent
Key Points
- Shooting reported at Red Roof Inn on Moravian Avenue early Wednesday morning
- Victim suffered a non-life-threatening gunshot wound and arrived at hospital
- 17-year-old suspect charged; firearm recovered by investigators
Authorities said a 17-year-old male from Allentown was apprehended and charged in connection with the shooting. The charges include aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, persons not to possess a firearm, possession of a firearm by a minor, and firearms not to be carried without a license.
Police have not released additional details about the individuals involved or the circumstances leading up to the disturbance.
Investigation remains limited in details
Officials indicated no further information will be released at this time as the investigation remains ongoing. Authorities also reiterated that the charges are accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
