CLEVELAND — Cleveland Police said they are investigating after a 13-year-old boy and a 16-year-old boy were shot in the 13800 block of Castalia Avenue Wednesday evening.
When police arrived, the 16-year-old was not responsive with a gunshot to his chest in his home, officials said.
Both teenagers were transported to University Hospitals by EMS.
Cleveland Police confirmed Thursday that the 16-year-old is in critical condition, and the 13-year-old is in minor condition.
Neighbors described the block of Castalia Avenue as "quiet" and said they were disheartened to hear about the violence involving young people.
“To be honest with you, it’s scary. It’s real scary. They’re 13 and 16 years old and they haven’t really had a chance to live their life yet,” said neighbor Leon Perry.
Others who have their own teenage children said it's a stressful time for parents.
“I constantly call. If it gets late, I want to know where my son’s at. He’s 19. I still want to know where you are. I don’t care how old you are. I still want to know because too much is happening out here,” said neighbor Charnard McCoy.
The events leading up to the shooting are unknown at this time.
Police said the suspects pulled off in a red Hyundai.
