Video Shows The Moments Leading Up To A Teen Getting Shot During Brawl Outside High School Basketball Game in Detroit

A teenage boy was shot during a chaotic brawl outside a high school basketball game in Detroit on Saturday night, leaving parents and fans shaken.

The fight broke out in the stands with just about two minutes remaining in the Michigan high school boys district final between UPrep and Edison High School, as the home team held a 66-57 lead. Spectators reported shouting, pushing, and confusion spreading through the crowd before gunshots rang out.

One teenage boy was struck during the shooting. According to police, he was taken privately to a local hospital and is in stable condition. Authorities say the suspect remains unidentified and the investigation is ongoing.

Witnesses described scenes of panic and chaos as parents and students scrambled for safety. Some spectators tried to help the victim immediately, while others fled the area as officers arrived to secure the scene.

The incident has reignited concerns over violence at high school sporting events in Detroit, a city already grappling with high levels of gun-related crime. Local officials are urging schools, parents, and community leaders to take extra precautions to prevent similar incidents in the future.

“This is a heartbreaking situation for the families involved and for everyone who came out to enjoy the game,” a school spokesperson said. “We are cooperating fully with law enforcement to ensure the safety of our students and fans moving forward.”

The shooting cast a shadow over what had otherwise been an exciting district final, with UPrep securing the win over Edison in a tightly contested match. For now, the community is left grappling with the frightening reality that even school sporting events can turn deadly in seconds.

Authorities are asking anyone with information about the shooting or the suspect to come forward as the investigation continues.