Another child shot: 11-year-old girl shot during attempted robbery of Sparkle Foods store

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Milwaukee police say an 11-year-old girl was shot inside Sparkle Foods -- near Hopkins and Keefe on Sunday evening, June 15th.

Police say the shooting occurred as the suspects entered the business and attempted a robbery.

The victim was a customer in the store.

No one is in custody.

Neighbors reported hearing gunshots around 7:00 p.m.

We're told the 11-year-old girl was shot in the leg.

The 11-year-old girl was apparently inside the store with her 17-year-old cousin.

The victim's family members tell FOX6 News they believe she will be okay. She could be released from the hospital as early as Sunday night.

Community activists say they've seen enough violence already this summer.

"Enough is enough -- because I just cannot take another child getting shot. I just can't," Tracey Dent said.

It is believed Milwaukee police are looking for at least two suspects.

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