WATSONVILLE — A 14-year-old boy caught on camera shooting a gun in the air on the Fourth of July was arrested Friday.
According to Watsonville Police, officers searching for illegal fireworks on the night of July 4 heard shots in the area of Rodriguez Street and Rodriguez Way at about 9:45 p.m. Once on scene, no victims or witnesses came forward.
However, less than a day after, police said a community member came forward with details about the shooting. Officers then found surveillance footage, which showed a teen shooting a gun at least 10 times into the air.
Officers identified the boy and arrested him at his home on Friday.
To view the surveillance footage, visit tinyurl.com/ycbtrc7h.