JACKSONVILLE, Fla. \u2014 A man was treated for a broken leg Thursday after he was shot in the calf during a New Year\u2019s fireworks celebration in Oak Hill. Jacksonville Sheriff\u2019s Office was called to the 5000 block of Westchase Court at midnight in reference to a person shot.<\/p>\n
Police said the victim, a man in his mid 20s, was taken to the hospital and treated for non-life threatening injuries.<\/p>\n
\u201cPreliminary investigation indicates that a group of people were shooting fireworks for the holiday,\u201d a JSO news release states. \u201cThe victim walked past the group and a male in the group began arguing with the victim. The suspect pulled out a firearm and began shooting at the victim.\u201d<\/p>\n
No arrests were announced.<\/p>\n
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