Teen accused of firing illegal gun in Troy

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Troy Police have arrested a 16-year-old boy after he fired an illegally-owned handgun last week, they said.

The suspect – whose name is not being released since they are a minor – was spotted by police in downtown Troy on Sunday night.

He was taken into custody and found to have an illegal privately-made gun, investigators said.

The suspect was expected to appear in court on Monday.