Teen shot in Fairfax County rushed to hospital by family member, 17-year-old arrested

HERNDON, Va. - Authorities say a teenager who was shot Monday night in Fairfax County was rushed to the hospital by a family member.

The shooting was reported around 8:30 a.m. in the 1000 block of Cavalier Drive near Saber Lane in Herndon.

The Herndon Police Department said the 16-year-old boy was shot outside. He was transported to the hospital by a member of his family. 

Officials say he was in good condition Monday night.

On Tuesday, the police department announced the arrest of a 17-year-old in connection to the shooting. The suspect has been charged with malicious wounding, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, reckless discharge of a firearm, and underage possession of a firearm. 

He is currently being held at the Fairfax County Juvenile Detention Center. 

Teen shot in Fairfax County rushed to hospital by family member: police