According to Detective Dareall Thompson, police responded to a call at 6:40 a.m. regarding a shooting in the 300 block of 60th Avenue.

“Upon their arrival, police found a male subject and 7-year-old old shot,” Thompson said. “Both victims were transported to a local hospital for treatment.”

Thompson said the male subject underwent surgery for his injuries. He said the child’s injuries were not life threatening.

The detective said there was an ongoing dispute between the male subject and the person of interest in custody. The case remains under investigation.

See Friday’s Meridian Star for updates.

• Chief Sanders calls for action after violent weekend

• Actor Elliott Street dies at 80