UPDATE: The incident initially reported as a shooting on Newton has been changed to a negligent injury. Police determined that the victim suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The victim has been treated and released from the hospital and is being questioned by police.
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The NOPD is investigating a shooting reported in the 200 block of Newton Street.
Initial reports show a male victim suffering a gunshot wound to the hip in this incident.The victim was transported via private conveyance to an area hospital.
No further information is available at this time.