EUNICE, La. (KLFY) Eunice Police said that one person was shot and wounded late Wednesday.

Police Chief Randy Fontenot said the shooting happened outside a home on Mayers Street.

A male victim was struck multiple times and transported by private vehicle to a local hospital, Fontenot said.

Police were given information that the suspect(s) fled the area on foot.

Anyone with information is urged to contact local authorities.