Cape police investigate shooting of man

Cape Girardeau police responded Monday afternoon to a shooting in a southside neighborhood.

The victim, a male in his mid 20s, did not receive a life-threatening wound but was treated a local hospital, said Cpl. David Sanders. The incident occurred shortly before 5:30 p.m. As of late Monday, police had not apprehended the shooter, reportedly male. Investigators believe the two men were acquainted with one another, Sanders said.

No further information could be released at the time, as the investigation is ongoing, he said.