The teen, whose name wasn't released, was shot about 8 p.m. in the 2000 block of Blacksmith Way after an argument between two groups of males in their teens and early 20s led to an exchange of gunfire, Santa Rosa police said.
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The boy was found lying in the street without a pulse, but officers and paramedics were able to revive him and get him to a hospital, where he was initially listed in critical condition.
Police were informed that the boy died at 11:43 p.m. Sunday, according to Santa Rosa police spokesperson Lt. Christopher Mahurin.
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Investigators are still working to identify and arrest the suspects, who fled the scene before officers arrived.
Officers found a handgun under the victim, several shell casings, and other evidence.
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Police said they don't believe the incident was gang-related and are still trying to determine whether the shooting was related to a homicide last week.
Anyone with information about the shooting can contact police at (707) 543-3590 or at srcity.org/CrimeTips.
A $2,500 reward is being offered by the Sonoma County Alliance Community Engagement and Safety Rewards Fund for information leading to the arrest of the suspects involved in the shooting.