Man Shot Near Central and Vermont: Police and Rescue Respond

Albuquerque –

Just after 5:25 PM, a shot rang out in near Central and Vermont. A person reported being shot in the 8310 block of Central Ave NE. Officers from the Albuquerque Police Department were dispatched, but fortunately, the New Mexico State Police happened to be in the vicinity and arrived promptly. Officers promptly rendered life saving measures, while Albuquerque Fire Rescue dispatched a rescue unit from Station 5 to the scene.

The man, who was shot in the leg, will be transported to a local area hospital by AFR. Presently, their condition is not known, but if we learn more, we will update you.

APD’s gun violence reduction unit (GVRU) is being called out to investigate this shooting.