Corpus Christi police looking into shooting on Paula Drive

Alexandria Rodriguez | Corpus Christi

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Corpus Christi police said a man accidentally shot himself while he was cleaning a shotgun inside a home in the Annaville area.

Police were called to the 9600 block of Paula Drive just after 4:30 p.m.

Officials said the man had a gunshot wound to his right shoulder, though no further information was provided. He was taken to the hospital to be treated for his injuries.

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The man's condition was unknown Thursday evening, but emergency medical personnel said the man was alert and conscious.