Crime & Safety

New Haven Shooting Investigated

A man was shot outside of a restaurant.

NEW HAVEN, CT — Police are investigating a shooting after a dispute turned violent outside of the Viva Zapata Restaurant on Park Street Sept. 3.

The shooting happened shortly after midnight and a gunshot victim arrived at the hospital shortly after, said Officer David Hartman, police spokesman. He was dropped off by a private car.

The 27-year-old shooting victim said he witnessed a fight outside of the restaurant, heard a gunshot and realized he had been struck. He couldn't describe the shooter.

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His wounds are non-life threatening and he was released from the hospital.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 203-946-6304.

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