SPRING VALLEY, NY – On December 8, 2019, at approximately 9pm, the Spring Valley Police Department responded to the parking lot of Planet Fitness (175 E Route 59) for a report of an injured male. Video above from the scene of the crime courtesy of Mark Lieb – Rockland Video.
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Upon arrival officers encountered a party with wounds to his face and arm. The investigation later determined that one of suspects, an 18 year old Spring Valley man, had shot the victim with a realistic imitation pistol that fired “BBs”. (Pictured above)

The 18-year-old shooter, as well as his two juvenile males accomplices were all arrested on Wednesday. The investigation was handled by the Spring Valley Detective Bureau.

The 18 year old male has been charged with attempted Assault 1st, a C Felony.

Police are asking parents to please speak with your children about these types of imitation weapons and the risks they come with.

Video from the Edmonton Police Department about the dangers of fake guns