Man shot, killed in New Albany

NEW ALBANY, IN (WAVE) – New Albany police are investigating after one person was shot and killed.

The shooting was reported in the 300 block of Erni Avenue around 6:50 p.m. Wednesday, according to New Albany Police Department Chief Todd Bailey.

Shortly after the shooting was reported, Bailey said police were notified about a gunshot victim who was taken to Baptist Health Floyd. The victim, a 20-year-old man, died. His name has not been released.

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"New Albany is a safe community and incidents such as this are rare.  We will continue to work hard to hold those responsible for this act accountable," Bailey said in a press released.

No suspect information has been released.

Anyone with information is asked to call New Albany police at (812) 948-NAPD.

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