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Teenager shot, injured during robbery in south Wichita, police say

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A teenager was shot and injured during a robbery in south Wichita on Sunday, Wichita police said on social media.

The incident was reported around 1:55 p.m. in the 1400 block of S. Seneca. Officers responded to the shooting call and found a 16-year-old teen boy who had been shot several times in his upper body, police said.

The teen was taken to a hospital with serious but non-life threatening injuries. He underwent surgery and is in stable condition, police added.

Police detectives say this was not a random incident.

Anyone with information on this case is encouraged to call police detectives at 316-268-4407 or Crime Stoppers at 316-267-2111.

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Eduardo Castillo
The Wichita Eagle
Eduardo covers crime and breaking news for The Wichita Eagle. His previous work experience includes stints at KWCH 12 Eyewitness News, the local CBS affiliate in Wichita, and as a marketing manager for a local real estate team. In addition to writing, Eduardo also enjoys still photography and cinematography. News tips? email at Edcastillo@wichitaeagle.com or call 316-268-6213.
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