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Toddler shot in New Orleans East

One sent in critical condition to Grant after shooting Saturday night.

NEW ORLEANS — The New Orleans Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened overnight on the 4900 block of Wright Road.

Police say a 5-year-old was wounded by the accidental discharge of a firearm and taken to a local hospital, he is currently recovering and is in stable condition. 

If you have any information about this shooting, call Crimestoppers at (504) 822-1111.