May 08, 2023

Police: 6-year-old Kan. girl injured after drive-by shooting

Posted May 08, 2023 11:00 PM

SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a shooting that injured a 6-year-old girl.

Just after 9:00 pm. on Sunday, police in the 100 Block S. Mt. Carmel when they heard several gunshots nearby, according to Officer Kris Guplian

Officers located a crime scene and found the 6-year-old victim with non-life-threatening injuries. EMS transported her to a local hospital for treatment.

The investigation revealed a maroon color vehicle drove by and fired several rounds at the residence. The victim was struck with shrapnel in her right arm while inside the residence. Investigators have a person of interest they are speaking to, and this was not a random incident.