Police apprehend suspects in shooting near 48th and Galena

MILWAUKEE (WITI) -- Authorities have taken at least three people into custody connected with a shooting that occurred Saturday afternoon, November 16th.

The incident took place just after 3 p.m. near 48th and Galena. Police say a man in his early 20's was shot in the leg by a person in a car.

Officers in the area heard the shooting and responded to the scene where they located the wounded victim. The area was canvassed and officers stopped a vehicle without incident.

Authorities say three or more people from the stopped vehicle were taken into custody. Police also recovered what they believe was the weapon used in the shooting.

The victim was taken to Froedtert Hospital to be treated for his injuries.