Teenager shot while playing cards in courtyard in Elizabeth, New Jersey

Tuesday, May 2, 2017
ELIZABETH, New Jersey (WABC) -- Police are investigating the shooting of a teenage girl at a New Jersey public housing complex.

It happened at about 8 p.m. Monday as the 17-year-old was playing cards in the courtyard of Mravlag Manor on Clarkson Avenue in Elizabeth.
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Police say the victim was with friends when she heard a loud bang, felt sharp pain and saw that she had been shot in the foot, according to police.

A friend helped her to a nearby apartment where they called for help. The teen was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Police say they have no suspects, and are looking for witnesses.
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The victim told police she did not see anyone run from the scene.

Police also haven't found any shell casings.
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