Turlock police investigating afternoon shooting in alley

Turlock police are investigating a Thursday afternoon shooting that left a man in stable condition at a nearby hospital.

Officers were called to the area of High and Lane streets on a report of an assault, according to officer Steve Rodrigues of the Turlock Police Department.

When they arrived, they found a man who was shot at least once. His injuries are described as non-life threatening.

It was determined man was shot in the alley near Caster and South Laurel streets, Rodrigues said. However, the circumstances surrounding the shooting are unknown. There was no immediate suspect information and the weapon was not recovered.

Anyone who has any information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detective Paul Inderbitzen at 209-668-6551. You can also contact the Turlock Police Department’s Tip Line at 209-668-5550, extension 6780 or email at tpdtipline@turlock.ca.us.

The Turlock Police Department is an active participant in the Crime Stoppers Program. Callers can leave an anonymous tip by calling Crime Stoppers at (209) 521-4636 and may be eligible for a cash reward.

This story was originally published August 18, 2016 at 6:33 PM with the headline "Turlock police investigating afternoon shooting in alley."