Huntsville Police investigate shooting

HUNTSVILLE, AL (WAFF) - Huntsville Police responded to a shooting Monday evening. Witnesses said the shooting started as a robbery.

The victim told police that he was sitting on the back deck of his home when he was approached by two men armed with handguns demanding money and illegal drugs.

After a struggle, an offender fired a gun at the victim. The victim told police he was chased through his house and into the street where he gave the men his wallet. The men then fled the scene before police arrived.

The victim suffered four gunshot wounds to his leg, hand and stomach. He was transported to Huntsville Hospital and was reported to be in stable condition.

The case remains under investigation.

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