18-year-old killed in early morning shooting in Springdale, Arkansas

Authorities said an 18-year-old died after being shot early Sunday morning.

The Springdale Police Department said the shooting happened just before 5 a.m. near Norfolk Avenue and Cascade Circle. Investigators said several gunshots were fired in the area.

Officers said the victim, Leonardo Ramirez, was taken to a hospital where he later died.

Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call the Springdale Police Department at 479-751-4542.