Man reportedly shot on Bloomington’s west side Sunday

Posted on June 10, 2024

*^{The injuries the victimed sustained are not believed to be life threatening, according to BPD. (WJBC File Photo)}*

By Jake Fogal

BLOOMINGTON – A person was shot late Sunday afternoon on Bloomington’s west side, according to local authorities.

The Bloomington Police Department dispatched officers to the 300 block of Erickson Avenue for a report of shots fired around 5:20 p.m.

Officers began their investigation once on the scene, and located a 26 year old male with a gunshot wound.

Paramedics with the Bloomington Fire Department assumed patient care once on the scene and transported the victim to an area hospital.

The injuries the victim sustained are not believed to be life threatening, according to BPD.

The circumstances behind this incident are still pending investigation by the Bloomington Police Department. Anyone with information should contact Bloomington Police.

Jake Fogal can be reached at [email protected].

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