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SAPD searching for suspect who shot, killed teen boy on north side

The 17-year-old victim was shot at least seven times, authorities said.

SAN ANTONIO — Police are looking for the suspect who shot a teen boy seven times in north San Antonio Wednesday night, killing him. 

SAPD officials said the victim, later identified as 17-year-old Alex Reyes, was found by police responding to the sound of gunshots in the area of Dora Street and San Pedro Avenue, near Kenwood Park. 

First responders attempted to save him, but were unsuccessful; he died at the scene. 

No identifying information about a potential suspect was provided. 

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