An 18-year-old man was shot and wounded Tuesday evening near 3000 N. 21st Ave., in Phoenix.

According to Phoenix Police Department, officers responded to a reported shooting around 7:35 p.m.

Officials said early reports indicate the shooting was an accident.

The wounded man was taken to a hospital in critical condition.

Anyone with information about the shooting can contact Phoenix Police Department or Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS (480-948-6377).

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