Tulare, California – The Tulare Police Department is currently investigating a shooting on Monday morning. According to TPD, the Communications Center received a 911 call about a man suffering from a gunshot wound to the face.

TPD says officers responded to the 200 block of S H Street where they made contact with the male victim. The victim reportedly told police that he was walking in the area of H Street and W Inyo Avenue when he was approached by another man.

The male suspect allegedly shot the victim in the face for an unknown reason. Following the shooting, the victim walked to his residence and called 911.

TPD says the suspect has not been identified at this time. The 44-year-old male victim was taken to an area hospital in stable condition. Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Banuelos at 559-685-2300 extension 2152.