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York Teenager Gunned Down in Park
10 May
Summary
- A 15-year-old boy, Qual Harris, was fatally shot in Penn Park.
- The shooting occurred around 10:14 p.m. on Tuesday, May 5.
- Authorities are investigating the ongoing homicide case.
A 15-year-old boy, Qual Harris, has been identified by the York County Coroner's Office as the victim of a fatal shooting in Penn Park. Harris, who lived in York City, was found deceased by police on Tuesday, May 5. The autopsy revealed his death was due to a gunshot wound to the left shoulder and torso.
The shooting occurred around 10:14 p.m. in the vicinity of Penn Park. York City Police responded to the scene and confirmed the teen had sustained fatal injuries. This incident marks the second homicide in York City within a span of less than seven days.
Earlier, on Friday, May 1, Nidair Jordon Collier, 31, was killed in a separate incident. Quinten T. Hutty, 44, has been charged with criminal homicide in connection with Collier's death, and authorities are actively searching for him.
The investigation into Qual Harris's death is still active. Police are urging anyone with information about the Penn Park homicide to submit tips anonymously through the department's Crimewatch page, website, or by contacting Detective Commander Andy Baez or the York City Police Tip Line.
