The Alexandria Police Department was dispatched to the 1800 block of Kelly Street in reference to a report of a person being shot in the leg on Monday, Aug. 25, at approximately 4:30pm.

Upon arrival, officers determined that the incident was accidental and that the gunshot wound was self-inflicted. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.

This is currently an ongoing investigation.

If anyone has any information about this incident or any other type of crime in the Alexandria area, contact the Alexandria Police Detective Division at the phone number 318-441-6416 or APD Dispatch 318-441-6559. Information can be emailed to detectives at APDDetectives@cityofalex.com.

For a cash reward, call Crime Stoppers of CenLa at 318-443-7867. The Crime Stoppers P3 Tipster App can also be downloaded to leave tips and get a claim number for a cash reward at www.p3tips.com/community/mobile.