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Man Injured in Early Morning Shooting Incident in Highland Neighborhood, Shreveport

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Man Shot in Highland Neighborhood

Highland Neighborhood Shooting Leaves Man Injured

In a shocking incident that stunned a peaceful Shreveport, Louisiana neighborhood, an unidentified man was found injured from gunfire while walking through the Highland area.

Shooting Details

The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning of June 30. The man was reportedly taking a stroll in the vicinity of Creswell Avenue, near Kirby Place, when he was suddenly injured by gunfire. Authorities reported that the call came in at approximately 1:45 a.m., prompting the Shreveport Police Department (SPD) to respond promptly to the 0000 block of Creswell Avenue.

The wounded man reported hearing gunshots before realizing he was struck in the leg. He suffered injuries in his left thigh, although it was fortunate that the incident did not result in a fatal outcome. Following the incident, he was immediately transported to a local hospital to receive necessary medical interventions for his non-life-threatening condition.

Investigation Underway

At present, the Shreveport Police Department is in the process of investigating the incident. Currently, the shooter remains unidentified. Authorities are diligently working on identifying any suspects related to the incident and the circumstances surrounding it. Thought it is likely that the incident was isolated, residents of the Highland neighborhood have been left shaken.

A Plea for Community Cooperation

The SPD is encouraging anyone with any information about the shooting to come forward. Speaking with members of the community, they underscored the importance of community cooperation in resolving such troubling incidents and ensuring the safety of the neighborhood.

The patience and reassurance extended by the authorities during such situations are commendable. Through continual and updated communication about the ongoing investigation, the SPD aims to restore the sense of security within the community.



Man Injured in Early Morning Shooting Incident in Highland Neighborhood, Shreveport

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