2 teens shot in East Harlem, one dead

The NYPD is investigating after two teens were shot in East Harlem on Tuesday.

NEW YORK - The NYPD has arrested a 17-year-old in connection with the shooting of two teenagers in East Harlem, killing one of them.

The shooting happened around 4:20 p.m. last Tuesday near 112 East 128th Street.

Police say that a 14-year-old boy was shot in the head, and a 15-year-old was shot in the leg.

Both victims were rushed to Harlem Hospital. The 14-year-old Justin Streeter of Plainfield, New Jersey was pronounced dead after arriving.

Police say the 17-year-old suspect, who was not named, is facing murder, attempted murder, assault, and firearms charges.

An investigation into the shooting was ongoing. A motive is currently unknown.