EDITOR'S NOTE: A previous version of this article contained the name and photo of the minor suspect as police were searching for him. Now that he has turned himself in, they have been removed due to his age.
Canton Police said a 15-year-old boy who allegedly shot and killed his sibling late Friday night turned himself in Saturday afternoon.
Around 10:40 p.m., officers responded to the 3600 block of Ellis Avenue NE for a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located a 12-year-old boy who had sustained a gunshot wound, police said.
Canton Fire transported the boy to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead, police said.
Officers searched for the boy's 15-year-old brother, who Canton Police said is a suspect in the shooting.
An arrest warrant was issued for reckless homicide.
“This is absolutely heartbreaking for the family and a tragedy for the community." Chief John Gabbard said.
