COLUMBUS, OH- The Columbus Police Department is investigating a shooting that took place early Tuesday morning.

Officers were dispatched to the 5000 block of East Livingston Avenue after receiving reports of gunshots in the area. Upon arrival, they found a 14-year-old boy suffering from a gunshot wound to the back of the leg.

The victim was transported to a local hospital in stable condition. He is expected to survive and recover from his injuries.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Columbus Police Felony Assault Unit at (614) 645-4141 or Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at (614) 461-TIPS(8477).

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