Man charged with shooting 15-year-old he claims stole something from his vehicle, NC sheriff says

SPRING HOPE, N.C. (WTVD) -- Nash County deputies arrested a man for allegedly shooting a teenager after making a 911 report about theft from his vehicle.

It happened Friday night, shortly after 10 p.m., on Savage Road in Spring Hope. Nash County deputies responded to a call about a possible larceny from a motor vehicle.

Deputies said that the person who called 911, identified as Zachary Bryant, fired a handgun, striking a teenager.

Nash County Sheriff's Office confirmed the teen is in critical condition at WakeMed Hospital.

Bryan was arrested and charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill and inflicting serious injury.

Investigators say Bryan's use of force was not justified.

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