Two Injured as Scuffle Erupts into Shooting in Amite

The Amite Police Department has offered additional details about a double shooting that occurred on Monday evening in Amite.

According to police, the shooting occurred at the corner of South Fifth Street and Martin Luther King Drive approximately at 7 p.m.

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Both a 17-year-old and an 18-year-old suffered from gunshots and were rushed to a nearby medical facility.

Based on initial findings from law enforcement, it appears that multiple individuals were present during a physical confrontation when gunfire occurred.

The status of the two individuals has not been disclosed as yet.

Sources indicate that an individual was hit in the head and someone else was struck in the abdomen.

Detectives are continuing to gather evidence and speak with witnesses.

Those who have any details are encouraged to reach out to the Amite Police Department by calling (985) 748-6169 or can provide tips confidentially via Tangipahoa Parish Crime Stoppers by dialing 1-800-554-5245 or by visiting their website. www.tangicrimestoppers.com to submit a tip.

The investigation is still continuing.

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