A child faces life-threatening injuries after being shot Sunday afternoon in Battlefield.

The Greene County Sheriff's Office says it happened in the 5900 Block of South State Highway FF around 2:30 p.m.

The victim was taken to a hospital, but he is currently in stable condition, according to the sheriff's office.

A juvenile was taken into custody.

Greene County detectives continue to investigate the shooting. We will update as more information becomes available.