One killed in Washington City apartment complex shooting

WASHINGTON CITY, Utah (ABC4) — A male was shot and killed at an apartment complex in Washington City early Sunday morning, according to Washington City Police.

Shortly before 2 a.m. on June 30, police received reports of shots fired at 20 North Red Trail in Washington City. Officers arrived at the scene and entered an apartment at the complex. Upon entry, police found a male on the floor with gunshot wounds.

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Officers attempted life-saving efforts on the victim until medical personnel arrived and took over. The individual was taken to St. George Regional Hospital, where he was later declared deceased.

The suspect was reportedly seen leaving the scene on security cameras at the apartment complex. Police were able to identify the suspect as a juvenile male.

Officers located the suspect and took him into custody shortly before 7 a.m.

“The Washington City Police Department sends heartfelt condolences to the victim’s family. We also want to thank all those who assisted with this incident and local citizens on the scene,” a press release from Washington City Police states.

“This case is still under investigation, and no further information will be released at this time. We appreciate Washington City Fire, Gold Cross Ambulance, Metro SWAT Team, and our Consolidated Dispatch Center, who assisted with this incident.”

No further information is available at this time.

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