BY A STAFF REPORTER: St. Louis: At least one teenager was killed and nine others were injured sunday when gunmen opened fire in downtown St. Louis, authorities said. The shooting took place in a building where the party was taking place shortly after 1 a.m. local time.
Mayor Tishaura Jones said a 17-year-old boy was killed in the shooting.
Police Chief Robert Tracy said a 17-year-old suspect has been taken into custody. '
"My thoughts are with the families who are suffering today," Jones said. The injured ranged in age from 15 to 19. A 17-year-old woman who fled the scene was also trampled and suffered severe spinal cord injuries. '
Police recovered several firearms, including an AR-15-style rifle and a handgun, from the scene. Police are investigating the incident.
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