ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — Rockford Police are investigating a shooting at the Orton Keyes housing complex on Monday afternoon.

According to police, the shooting happened in the 600 block of Ranger Street.

A Rockford Boys and Girls Club is located at 635 Ranger Street.

Authorities said a 14-year-old boy had been shot while walking in the area. He received at least two gunshot wounds and is in critical condition, police said.

The assailant is described as a white male, between 15-17 years old, armed with a pink handgun.

The Orton Keyes apartments are administered by the Rockford Housing Authority and are located off Kishwaukee Street.