MUSCLE SHOALS, Ala. (WHNT) — A 15-year-old boy was shot and killed at the Muscle Shoals Red Roof Inn Sunday morning.

According to the Muscle Shoals Police Department, officers responded to Red Roof Inn on Woodward Avenue around 7:28 a.m. regarding a boy who had been shot.

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Upon arrival, officers found the boy and he was transported to Helen Keller Hospital and treated for his injuries. The boy was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Muscle Shoals said a 16-year-old has been arrested in relation to this case and is expected to face charges in court.

Authorities did not identify the 16-year-old who was arrested.

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