Jackson Police are investigating a shooting from earlier this morning.

Officers responded to a residence in the 400 block of Floyd Street.

A male visited the homeowner and attempted to rob him.

The incident resulted in a struggle and the firearm discharged striking the suspect before he fled the scene.

The 23-year-old suspect was located a few blocks away and taken into custody.

He was transported to an area hospital with a non-life-threatening gunshot injury and his charges are pending.

The 41-year-old victim suffered no injuries during the incident.

This investigation is ongoing.

