NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The NOPD began investigating a shooting that left 3 people injured on Sunday afternoon.
Shortly before 5:30, NOPD officers heard shots fired in South Seventh Ward. It was revealed the gunfire came from the 1500 block of North Claiborne Avenue.
Two men in their early 30s and a 25-year-year old woman were found suffering from gunshot wounds and were taken to an area hospital for treatment. Details on their conditions were unclear.
According to the NOPD Major Offense Log released on Monday morning, a verbal altercation reportedly occurred between the three people and an unknown suspect. The argument then turned violent when shots were fired, leaving all three victims injured.
Police continue to investigate the shooting. Anyone with any information is urged to contact NOPD or submit an anonymous tip to Crimestoppers. ,