Teen shot while trying to rob man in Visalia, police say

Monday, July 17, 2023
VISALIA, Calif. (KFSN) -- A teenager was shot after police say he tried to rob a man in Visalia on Sunday night.

The shooting happened just before midnight near Riggin Avenue and Dinuba Boulevard.
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Visalia police say a 15-year-old boy pulled out a gun and demanded money from a man.

During a struggle, officials say one bullet was fired, which nearly hit the victim.

The man then grabbed the gun from the suspect and shot him in the leg.
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The teen was taken to a local hospital and will be booked into jail for attempted robbery and assault with a deadly weapon.

Anyone with information about this shooting is asked to call Detective Miguel Leon at (559) 713-4722.
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