The New Orleans Police confirmed that the "non-fatal" shooting happened in the 3000 block of Higgins Blvd. near the school.

NEW ORLEANS — A student at Carver High School was shot off campus Tuesday morning, before running to the school for safety.

Police confirmed that the shooting did not take place and campus and that there is no active shooter situation at the school or in the area.

The "non-fatal" shooting happened in the 3000 block of Higgins Blvd. near the school. The juvenile victim was shot in the hip.

Police confirmed that the victim is a student at the school and the school was temporarily placed on lockdown as a safety precaution.

George Washington Carver High School is located at 3059 Higgins Blvd. in the Desire area.

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