Teen shot in Gaithersburg, suspects arrested after police chase

A 17-year-old boy is recovering after being shot Thursday evening in Gaithersburg, and police are now investigating the incident.

Just before 5 p.m., Montgomery County police officers responded to Spiceberry Circle where they found the teen suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital with what was described as "non-life-threatening injuries," according to authorities.

After the shooting, the suspects left the scene in a vehicle. Officers chased them to the intersection of Longdraft Road and Clopper Road. 

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The suspects then abandoned the vehicle and took off on foot.

Following a brief chase, all three suspects were apprehended and taken into custody. The department said its newest drone and K-9 units helped with the arrest. 

The Montgomery County Police Department is continuing to investigate the incident. 

No additional details about the suspects have been released at this time.