Teen killed in Tampa shooting, no arrests made: TPD

Tampa shooting leaves 16-year-old girl dead: Police

A 16-year-old female is dead after a shooting in Tampa early on Thursday morning, according to police. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports.

TAMPA - Tampa police are investigating a shooting that claimed the life of a 16-year-old female early on Thursday morning.

What we know:

Officers responded to the 8200 block of N 12th St. and found the teen dead shortly after 2 a.m.

Detectives are working to figure out what led up to the shooting.

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What they're saying:

Tampa City Council member Naya Young, who represents District 5 where the shooting happened, addressed the shooting during Thursday's council meeting. 

"I wanted to just take a moment to recognize this young lady who — she's a teenager, still has a lot of life ahead of her. And just as we talk about improving our neighborhoods and having opportunities for youth is why I speak so much about having opportunities and things for youth, so that we can continue to keep them engaged and keep them involved. But also, I just wanted to take a moment to recognize that and to recognize that young lady and send the well wishes to her family," Young said. 

What we don't know:

The teen has not been identified, and no arrests have been made.

People with information about the shooting are being asked to call the Tampa Police Department at 813-231-6130.