Teenager shot in the face while walking near W.C. Handy Park

9:20 AM, Jul 23, 2012   |    comments
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St. Louis, MO (KSDK) -   Police are investigating the shooting of a young man who claims he was walking in the 4800 block of Lexington Avenue around midnight when he was shot in the face by a gunman.

Investigators say the unidentified 19 year old victim was walking when a silver sport utility vehicle pulled alongside and a person in the SUV began shooting.

The victim was struck in the face by the gunfire and began running towards a friend's home where he called police and paramedics.

Officials say the victim is in serious condition at a local hospital, however they do not have a motive for the attack at this time and anyone with information is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS.