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16-year-old boy shot to death in Hammond Saturday night

A 17-year-old has been charged with Second Degree Murder in connection with the incident.

NEW ORLEANS — The Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting in Hammond that killed a 16-year-old boy late Saturday night.

The incident occurred just before midnight in the St. Paul Loop neighborhood, located directly west of Highway 443. Deputies arrived and found the victim suffering from a single fatal gunshot wound.

During the investigation, detectives were able to determine that the victim was 16-years-old.

17-year-old Bradney McGary has been charged with Second Degree Murder  in connection with the shooting.

The victim's identity will be revealed once his family has been notified and an autopsy has ben done.

This is a developing story, and it will be updated with the latest information available. Stick with WWLTV.com for the latest news.

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