Juvenile Shot in Schenectady Neighborhood

13-year-old boy remains hospitalized in stable condition after shooting on Summit Avenue

Mar. 21, 2026 at 1:23am

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A 13-year-old boy was shot in the back on Summit Avenue in Schenectady, New York, and remains hospitalized in stable condition following surgery. Police were called to the 500 block of Summit Avenue on March 19, 2026 after a report of a shooting, where they found the juvenile victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The Schenectady Police Department's Youth Aid Bureau and Major Crimes Unit are investigating the incident.

Why it matters

Violent crimes involving minors are especially concerning for the Schenectady community, raising questions about public safety and the need for further crime prevention efforts, particularly in high-crime neighborhoods.

The details

Officers were dispatched to the 500 block of Summit Avenue at approximately 8:18 p.m. on March 19, 2026, following a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, they located the 13-year-old juvenile suffering from a gunshot wound to the back. Officers rendered first aid until emergency medical personnel arrived and transported the victim to a local hospital, where he underwent surgery and remains in stable condition.

  • The incident occurred on March 19, 2026 at approximately 8:18 p.m.

The players

Schenectady Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

Brian J. Whipple

The Schenectady Police Chief who stated that violence involving a child is especially heartbreaking and unacceptable.

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What they’re saying

“Violence involving a child is especially heartbreaking and unacceptable.”

— Brian J. Whipple, Schenectady Police Chief

What’s next

The Schenectady Police Department's Youth Aid Bureau and Major Crimes Unit are continuing their investigation into the incident, and are asking anyone with information to contact the department's Tips Line.

The takeaway

This shooting highlights the ongoing challenges Schenectady faces with gun violence, particularly in its impact on young residents, and the need for the community to come together to address the root causes and find solutions to protect its most vulnerable members.