In a concerning incident in northwest Oklahoma City, three teenagers were shot near an apartment complex at Northwest 10th Street and Rockwell Avenue. The police have described the shooting as isolated, and the gunman remains at large. Fortunately, all three teens are expected to recover, and authorities have confirmed that there is no ongoing threat to the public.

Community Leaders Advocate for Action

Following the shooting, community leaders from Peace City Oklahoma are urging parents to engage more actively with their children, especially during the summer months when idle time can lead to trouble. Javier Morales, a representative of Peace City Oklahoma, emphasized the need for parental involvement and the importance of addressing the accessibility of firearms to teens. “It’s summertime now, there’s nothing to do. There’s too much idle time,” Morales stated, highlighting the need for constructive activities for youth.

Morales also expressed concern over the ease with which teenagers can access firearms, describing it as a “gun illness.” He called for more resources to be allocated to community intervention efforts, such as recreational centers and swimming pools, to provide safe spaces for young people. Currently, Peace City Oklahoma has intervention teams working in the area, but Morales believes that with more funding and personnel, they could make a more significant impact.

Ongoing Investigation

The Oklahoma City police are continuing their investigation into the shooting, although they have not yet provided the ages of the victims or details about what led to the incident. Community leaders and law enforcement alike are focused on preventing further violence and ensuring the safety of the city’s youth.

Original reporting: Oklahoma City News Feed (HLL/CB) — read the source article.