NEW ORLEANS — Authorities are investigating a shooting in New Orleans East on Monday that left a Cox employee injured, according to officials.
The incident occurred around 12:30 p.m. in the 8000 block of Dwyer Road, police said.
Police said in an initial news release that a man was shot in the incident. Details weren't available on how the incident escalated.
Cox confirmed to WWL Louisiana that one of its employees was involved in the incident.
"We're aware of a shooting involving one of our employees. We're deeply saddened by this news, and we're working closely with investigators," Cox said in an email.
More updates will be provided as additional details emerge.
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