CHARLOTTE, N.C. – A 15-year-old boy was shot and killed late Thursday night in a shooting incident at an apartment complex in northeast Charlotte, prompting a homicide investigation by local authorities.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) officers responded to the scene just before 11:30 p.m. on Merrick Street, located near North Tryon Street.

Upon arrival, officers discovered a teenage male, later identified as Syllavon, suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency medical personnel.

Initial reports indicate that gunfire was directed into the apartment building, damaging property and resulting in the fatal injury to the teen.

CMPD’s Homicide Unit, along with crime scene investigators, Charlotte Fire Department crews, and paramedics, were called to the complex to begin an extensive investigation.

Throughout the night, police were seen canvassing the parking lot and surrounding areas, collecting evidence and speaking with potential witnesses.

Detectives are working to determine whether the victim was the intended target or if the shooting was a result of indiscriminate gunfire.

As of early Friday morning, no suspects had been publicly identified, and no arrests had been made.

Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward.

Members of the public with relevant tips are encouraged to contact CMPD Homicide Unit detectives directly at 704-432-TIPS.

Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers by calling 704-334-1600.

The investigation remains ongoing.