Teen shot during robbery attempt released from hospital | Crime

Tarpon Springs, Florida -- The teen who was shot during a robbery attempt Saturday night has been released from the hospital.

Tarpon Springs Police say 19-year-old Bradley Perez was shot by the armed robber while he struggled to disarm the man. Perez suffered a single gunshot wound to the abdomen and was treated at Bayfront Medical Center before his release Monday.

Police are still searching for the suspect who is described as a Hispanic man in his early 30's, approximately 5'3" to 5'5", 130-150 lbs., and was last seen wearing a gray or blue hoodie.

Anyone with information about this crime is asked to call the Tarpon Springs Police Department at 727-938-2840.

Watch 10 News at 6 to see reporter Melanie Michael's interview with Perez.