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15-year-old girl allegedly shoots 22-year-old Lewiston man

The girl's name is not being released at this time because she is a minor.

LEWISTON, Maine — A 15-year old girl is now facing charges after police say she shot a man in Lewiston.

Police say they responded to a call near 76 Knox Street around 8:30 Sunday night.

Officers found a 22-year old man shot in the leg.

The man was taken to Central Maine Medical Center and is recovering.

Detectives investigated the shooting all night Sunday and into the day on Monday

They arrested the 15-year old girl. She is now charged with elevated aggravated assault and was expected to be taken to Long Creek Juvenile Detention Center.

Police aren't releasing any names yet and haven't said if the man and the girl knew each other.

The investigation is ongoing.

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