Boy, 15, shot in Orlando apartment complex parking lot

The Orlando Police Department said Tuesday around 11:30 p.m. their officers responded to a shooting call in the 5600 block of Merrit Court.

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When officers arrived on the scene, they said they found a 15-year-old male shot in the Citrus Square Apartment’s parking lot.

Neighbors are asking for more security to help stop the violence.

Police said the teen was taken to Arnold Palmer Hospital.

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Investigators are still piecing together what led to the shooting and potential suspects.

Police said the investigation in the shooting is ongoing.

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