Lawrence Police are actively searching for a person of interest following a shooting incident that left three young men injured near a local elementary school. The incident occurred just after 3 p.m. on Monday, August 31, 2026, at the intersection of Crawford and Exeter streets. The timing coincided with the dismissal period at South Lawrence East Elementary School, raising concerns about the safety of students in the area. According to Lawrence Police Chief Maurice Aguiler, all three victims were transported to a nearby hospital and are currently in varying conditions. While specific ages were not released, officials confirmed that the victims include both teenagers and older individuals. City Councilor Marc Laplante reported that the youngest victim sustained the most serious injuries. Video footage from the scene depicts a physical altercation that escalated when gunshots were fired. Witnesses, including neighbor Cristian Lantigua, described a chaotic scene with panic spreading among bystanders and children fleeing the area. Lantigua noted that the neighborhood is typically peaceful and expressed shock at the violence. Chief Aguiler stated that the shooting was not a random act of violence and that police have identified a person of interest. However, no arrests have been made as of the time of the report. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward. The shooting took place near a property owned by the Lawrence Housing Authority. Police continue to seek the suspect, who remains at large. The community is on high alert as the investigation proceeds, with officials emphasizing the need for public assistance in identifying the individual responsible for the attack.