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Teen Shot Near Playground at Worcester Park

An investigation is underway after a teen was shot near a playground in Worcester, Massachusetts.

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Authorities are investigating after a teen was shot near a playground in Worcester, Massachusetts.

Police responded to Crompton Park shortly before 8p.m. on Friday after the city's gunshot detection device was activated.

Officers found a 16-year-old boy shot near the playground of the park. He was taken to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Police have not identified the young boy and have not released any additional details.

Anyone with information on the incident is asked to contact Worcester Police.

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