15-year-old hospitalized after shooting in Third Ward

HOUSTON – A 15-year-old boy has been transported to the hospital after he was reportedly shot on Houston’s south side, according to police.

Authorities said the shooting took place in the Third Ward area in the 3700 block of Burkett Street on Thursday afternoon.

The teen is said to be in stable condition.

It is unclear what caused the shooting, and authorities have not released information on suspect(s).

HPD’s South Central and Major Assaults teams are working the scene.