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Man found shot near The Grove Monday morning

According to the police report, the victim told police he was smoking marijuana in his car with the suspect, who is an acquaintance, when he announced a robbery
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ST. LOUIS — An investigation is underway after a man was shot in St. Louis’ Forest Park Southeast neighborhood early Monday morning.

Police responded to the 1000 block of South Boyle Avenue around 5:20 a.m. where a man was found shot in the leg.

According to the police report, the victim told police he was smoking marijuana in his car with the suspect, who is an acquaintance, when he announced a robbery.

The two began to struggle and the suspect shot the victim. 

The suspect left the scene on foot without obtaining any of the victim’s property. 

The man's condition has not been released. 

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