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NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) -- New Haven police are looking for a gunman who shot an 18-year-old in the leg.

On Monday afternoon, police say Michael Driffin was walking with a friend on Norton Street when they walked up to someone he thought he knew. He said something to him on the street, but it turns out it wasn't the person he thought it was.

Police say the man pulled a gun and fired several shots, hitting Driffin in the leg. Driffin's friend says Driffin said "Ouch" when he was shot.

The shooter is described as a masked person in dark clothing. You can make an anonymous tip by calling New Haven detectives at (203) 946-6304.