Victim Critical After New Haven Shooting

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(NEW HAVEN,Conn./WTIC)  - A shooting victim is listed in critical condition at Yale New Haven Hospital with a gunshot wound to the head.Police  responded to the scene  on Court Street  just after 4:15  Thursday afternoon.

Police say it appears to be an isolated incident and  the  shooter and victim knew each other.The preliminary investigation  suggests there was a verbal dispute  prior to the shooting.

Police have a possible identification  of  a suspect.

Anyone with information is asked to call the New Haven Police Department at  203-946-6304. Tips can be submitted anonymously by calling 1-866-888-TIPS (8477). Tips can also be texted. Text "NHPD": plus your message to 274637.