Albany Police Investigating Central Ave. Shooting

ALBANY, NY – Albany police are currently investigating a shooting incident that occurred on Central Avenue.

On Friday, September 3, 2021 at approximately 10:20 p.m., officers responded to the 100 block of Central Avenue just west of Lexington Avenue for reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located a 47-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the leg.

The victim was treated at the scene by emergency medical personnel and transported to Albany Medical Center Hospital where he is listed in stable condition.

At this time the investigation remains ongoing and anyone with information is asked to call the Albany Police Detective Division at 518-462-8039.

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