Las Cruces police are investigating a shooting that injured a man Wednesday morning on the 2100 block of Lester Avenue, one block south of Lynn Middle School.
The incident occurred about 6 a.m. Wednesday, April 3.
The gunshot victim was transported to an area hospital in critical condition. No further information is currently available on his status.
The man believed to be responsible for the shooting was located by police nearby and taken into custody.
The investigation is ongoing.
Lynn Middle School is temporary on lockdown. Las Cruces Public Schools has indicated that students who attend Lynn Middle School will be bussed to Sierra Middle School on Spruce Avenue. Students who walk or are driven to Lynn can meet at the school cafeteria until they are taken to Sierra.
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