Release posted on 08-30-23 at 3:23 p.m.

At 12:30 p.m., an altercation occurred between two groups in the alley near 6th Avenue South between 29th and 31st Street South.

Several shots were fired and two people were injured. A 17-year-old boy died of his injuries after being transported to the hospital and an 18-year-old (male) suffered minor injuries.

No other details are available at this time. Detectives are actively investigating. Anyone with information is urged to call St. Petersburg Police or text SPPD + your tip to TIP411.