A gunman who shot a person on Decatur Street last week was injured with his own firearm by the victim, who managed to take the weapon away during a physical altercation, according to New Orleans Police.
The incident occurred shortly after 12:30 a.m. on Nov. 6 in the 200 block of Decatur Street, according to NOPD logs. Police said that the alleged shooter, identified as 38-year-old Justin Webber, shot the victim and then a fight ensued between both individuals.
During the altercation on the ground, the victim grabbed the gun and shot Webber, wounding him, according to the NOPD. Officials added that Webber was caught at the scene and was transported to a local hospital, along with the victim.
Police said Webber is suspected of various gun crimes, including illegal possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and illegally possessing a gun in an alcoholic beverage outlet.