13-year-old arrested for shooting death of 12-year-old in Laurel Co.

LONDON, Ky. (WTVQ) — A 13-year-old boy was arrested Thursday evening for allegedly fatally shooting a 12-year-old boy in Laurel County in July.

Laurel County Sheriff John Root and London Police Chief Chuck Johnson made the announcement today.

The 13-year-old is being held in a juvenile detention facility.

He’s charged with murder.

Court proceedings are already underway, police say.

This is a developing story. Stick with ABC 36 for updates

 

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