New Orleans police are investigating a shooting that left a man injured on Friday night in the Mid-City neighborhood.
According to the New Orleans Police Department, First District officers responded to a call shortly before 10:50 p.m. on May 23 at the 3200 block of Banks Street. Upon arrival, officers found an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
Details of the Incident
Investigators say the shooting occurred after a verbal altercation between two individuals escalated into a physical fight. During the confrontation, both the victim and the suspect fell off a porch, at which point the gun discharged and struck the victim in the shoulder.
The victim was transported to a local hospital by New Orleans EMS. Authorities have not released additional information regarding the suspect or any arrests.
Police Investigation
The New Orleans Police Department is continuing its investigation into the incident to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting and identify the parties involved.
