Juvenile, 16, Arrested on Suspicion of Attempted Murder in Hollister
Police in Hollister have announced the arrest of a 16-year-old juvenile on suspicion of attempted murder in connection with a recent shooting.
The shooting occurred on the night of June 6th in the area of Sally Street and Third Street, police said in a press release.
Officers had responded to the area after receiving reports of gunfire and learned that a juvenile victim had been taken to the hospital for a gunshot wound to the shoulder.
At the scene, officers reportedly found spent shell casings.
Investigators believe that a confrontation had taken place among four or five people. At one point, one of the individuals allegedly fired a handgun, striking the victim in the shoulder, police said.
On Thursday, June 20, detectives served a search warrant in Hollister in connection with the investigation.
During the search, authorities located and arrested the suspect, 16, on suspicion of attempted murder and “several firearm charges.” A firearm was also found in the suspect’s possession, police said.
The investigation remains active.
Police have encouraged anyone with information relevant to the case to contact Detective Gaeta at 831-638-4115. Those who prefer to remain anonymous can contact WeTip at 800-78-CRIME.
