By: Jeff Sommes
Authorities in Jersey City are investigating a shooting that left one person injured Monday evening.
According to preliminary information, police responded to reports of gunfire near the intersection of New Street and Rutgers Avenue on October 19.
Officers investigating the incident confirmed that one person suffered a gunshot wound.
The victim was transported to Jersey City Medical Center for treatment of injuries reported to be non-life-threatening.
Investigators requested assistance from the department’s crime scene investigation unit as they worked to gather evidence.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation.
No arrests have been reported, and authorities have not released additional information about the victim or a possible suspect.