MONROE, N.C. — An 18-year-old was injured in an overnight shooting in Monroe, police said.
The Monroe Police Department responded to a call about a shooting at 401 South West Street shortly after midnight on Monday.
Police said they located an 18-year-old who had sustained a gunshot wound to the hand.
The victim was treated at a local hospital and released, officials.
Investigators said that the victim and another person were involved in an altercation over a firearm when the weapon discharged.
No charges have been filed yet, officials said, but the incident is still under investigation.
Anyone with information has been asked to call 704-282-4700.
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