EAGLE MOUNTAIN, Utah — Three juveniles are facing charges after one person was critically injured and airlifted to the hospital Tuesday after being shot during an altercation in Eagle Mountain.
The Utah County Sheriff's Office said the incident began at approximately 8:30 p.m. between a group comprised of both adult and juvenile males on the corner of Morgan Way and Wild Horse Way.
During the altercation, several gunshots were fired, with one male being struck and transported to the hospital in critical condition. Wednesday morning, officials stated that the victim was still in critical condition but is making improvements.
The identity and age of the victim have not been released.
Following the shooting, the sheriff's office said three juveniles have been arrested in connection with the shooting. According to the sheriff's office, they are being held at Slate Canyon Juvenile Detention. Due to their age, their identities are not being released.
Investigators say one home and a parked car were damaged by the gunfire. The gun used in the incident was stolen from another jurisdiction and has been recovered as evidence.
Detectives say the juveniles are being held on charges of aggravated attempted murder, riot, and felony discharge of a firearm, among others.
