Shooting in Central Park injures man

Schenectady Police investigating shooting in Central Park

Schenectady Police are investigating shooting in Central Park that happened just before the opening of a new pool.

A 22-year-old was hit by gunfire in Central Park on Wednesday morning – just a few hours before a gathering to open a new pool.

Schenectady Police confirmed that a 22-year-old man walked into Ellis Hospital after being hit in the shoulder with a bullet. The shooting happened after an argument at the basketball courts.

Police found shell casings at the courts.

The Times Union reported that two people were shooting at each other.

Anyone with information is asked to call Schenectady Police.