Intoxicated man injures friend in shooting near 7th & Orchard

MILWAUKEE -- A 32-year-old Milwaukee man was injured in a shooting near 7th and Orchard streets Wednesday night. 


The man told police that his friend was showing him a gun just before 9:30 p.m. when the weapon went off. Police spoke to a 42-year-old man on scene, who gave the same account.


The victim was treated for non life-threatening injuries at a local hospital. Investigators say both men had been drinking before the shooting. 


The Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office is reviewing the case. 


Stay tuned to CBS 58 News for updates. 

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