NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — Police began investigating a shooting that left one person injured in Uptown New Orleans Friday evening.

Around 9 p.m., NOPD responded to the 2700 block of Napoleon Avenue.

Initial reports show a male victim sustained a single gunshot wound and was taken to an area hospital. Details on the victim’s age and condition were not immediately available.

Police have not yet identified a suspect or motive in the investigation. The case has been classified as an aggravated battery by shooting.

Anyone with any additional information is urged to contact