DEWITT, N.Y. — Police say a 17-year-old is recovering after being shot in DeWitt Sunday morning.

Officials say it happened along Thompson Road near Erie Boulevard around 4:20 a.m.

According to authorities, Emmanuel Aguayo was shot in the back while sitting in the back seat of a vehicle.

He was taken to a local hospital for treatment. There's no word on his condition.

Anyone with information is asked to contact DeWitt Police through their tip line at tips@townofdewitt.com.