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Man wounded in broad daylight shooting in Portsmouth

There's no word on the victim's condition.

PORTSMOUTH, Va. — A man was wounded in a broad daylight shooting in Portsmouth late Wednesday morning, authorities said.

In a news release, the Portsmouth Police Department (PPD) said the man was shot near Williamsburg Avenue just off County Street at around 10:45 a.m. A 13News Now crew saw police had taped off and were investigating a wooded area near Williamsburg Avenue, near some train tracks.

The victim, who has not been publicly identified at this time, was taken to a hospital for treatment. There's no word on his condition.

Police have not announced any arrests or released any details about a possible suspect.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone who may have witnessed the shooting is urged to call the Crime Line at 1-888-562-5887 or an online tip at P3tips.com.

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