Person shot 'multiple times' after interrupting burglary in stable condition, police say

A person shot "multiple times" in Prairie Village late Friday night is in stable condition with no life threatening injuries, police say.

The person allegedly was shot after interrupting a vehicle burglary in front of a home late Friday night.

Officers received a report of a gunshot victim in the 2500 block of 73rd Street at 11:35 p.m., according to a news release.

Police said preliminary investigation suggests a suspect was allegedly trying to burglarize a vehicle and shot another person in the process.

The suspect was described as a white male with a short haircut and wearing a black T-shirt. Police believe the suspect was driving a dark-colored sedan.

Police said the investigation into the shooting was ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Prairie Village Police Department at 913-642-5151 or the TIPS Hotline at 816-474-8477.

This story was originally published June 16, 2018 at 7:21 AM with the headline "Person shot 'multiple times' after interrupting burglary in stable condition, police say."