Teenager shot dead during football game

Teenager shot dead during football game

A football player playing on his high school team was killed in a shooting in Louisiana, US, on Friday.

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The tragedy, which also left one injured, occurred during halftime of the game.

The victims were transported by helicopter from Port Allen High School to a hospital in Baton Rouge.

The 15-year-old died from his injuries, while the 28-year-old who was shot remains in hospital in stable condition.

According to local station WAFB, no arrests were made in the hours after the shooting.