15-year-old shot, killed at Muscle Shoals Red Roof

MUSCLE SHOALS, Ala. (BNN)-- A 15-year-old kid was shot and killed at the Muscle Shoals Red Roof Inn Sunday morning.

According to the Muscle Shoals Police Department, officers responded to Red Roof Inn on Woodward Avenue around 7:28 a.m. regarding a boy who had actually been shot.

Upon arrival, officers found the young boy and he was carried to Helen Keller Hospital and treated for his injuries. The kid was noticable dead at the healthcare facility.

Muscle Shoals stated a 16-year-old has been detained in relation to this case and is expected to face charges in court.

Authorities did not determine the 16-year-old who was detained.