UPDATE: New Iberia Police say it appears the Oak Manor Drive shooting was a case of self-defense.
Here's their updated release:
Just after 11:30 am, the New Iberia Police Department (NIPD) responded to a shooting in the 600 block of Oak Manor Drive. Upon arriving, responding officers located a male victim suffering for at least one gunshot wound. The victim was transported by ambulance to a Lafayette hospital, where he remains in critical condition. NIPD’s Investigation Division responded to the scene. Detectives are actively working on the investigation and have interviewed multiple witnesses. At this point in the investigation, it appears the individual was shot in self-defense. All parties involved have been identified. The investigation is ongoing.
Here's our original story:
New Iberia, LA - New Iberia police are investigating a shooting in the 600 block of Oak Manor Drive.
According to Captain Leland Laseter, a male victim was shot and transported to the hospital where he is in critical condition. All parties involved have been identified.
We will bring you updates as they become available.
