Gadsden police investigating a person shot in face

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By Stephanie Irwin - email

GADSDEN - AL -

Gadsden police are investigating a shooting where a person was shot the face.

Around 3 p.m. a person was shot in the face at 1125 Grant Avenue in Gadsden. The person has been transported to a local hospital. The victim's condition is unknown.

Police say the suspect is still on the loose.

We have a crew headed to scene and will bring you more as it becomes available.

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