SCHENECTADY, NY – As she stood near the intersection of Watt Street and Tremont Avenue on Monday evening, a woman in her 30s was struck in the leg by a bullet, prompting a swift police response and an active search for the shooter.
The incident unfolded around 8:31 p.m., when officers were called to the scene for reports of a gunshot victim. Responding units found the woman wounded and quickly arranged for her transport to a local hospital. Police said her injury does not appear to be life-threatening.
Detectives are investigating the circumstances of the shooting but have not identified or located a suspect. Officials are urging anyone with information to call the department’s tips line at 518-788-6566.
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Key Points
- Woman in her 30s shot in the leg Monday night in Schenectady.
- Incident happened near Watt Street and Tremont Avenue around 8:31 p.m.
- No suspect in custody and investigation ongoing.