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Desire area shooting leaves victim hospitalized

In a release from NOPD, the shooting happened in the Desire area near the intersection of Pleasure and Piety streets.
Credit: NOPD

NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Police Department is investigating a shooting that sent a person to the hospital Saturday.

In a release from NOPD, the shooting happened in the Desire area near the intersection of Pleasure and Piety streets.

According to police, the victim was brought to the hospital by car. The shooting happened around 5:40 p.m. but was not confirmed until 7:46 p.m.

The victim's identity has not been released. A suspect or motive is not known at this time.

This is a developing story, and it will be updated with the latest information available. Stick with WWLTV.com for the latest news.

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