From The Tribune staff reports
JEFFERSON COUNTY — A 31-year-old was injured during a shooting in Fairfield on Thursday, Jan. 19, at approximately 4:37 a.m.
According to the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to several reports of shots fired in the 6700 block of Forest Drive in Fairfield.
“Upon arrival, they located a 31-year-old male who had been shot in the leg,” Lieutenant Joni Money stated. “Deputies employed life-saving measures on the victim until medical personnel could arrive.”
The victim was transported to the hospital with serious injuries; his condition is unknown at this time.
“The circumstances surrounding the shooting are still under investigation,” Money stated.
Authorities ask anyone with any information regarding this incident to call 205-325-1450, option 2, or you may call Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.
The story will be updated when more information is available.