Teen struck by gunfire in neighborhood in Merced County, police say. Suspect fled scene
A teen was struck by gunfire late Friday afternoon in Merced County.
The call came in at 5:50 p.m. where officers responded to the area of Determine Drive and Nashua Street in Atwater for shots being fired.
Officers arrived and found a teen that was struck by gunfire. The victim was taken to a local hospital and is expected to survive, police said.
The suspect fled the scene. The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Sgt. Sarginson at 209-357-6394 or email at dsarginson@atwater.org.
This story was originally published March 22, 2025 at 2:36 PM.
Anthony Galaviz
The Fresno Bee