CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - The Cleveland Division of Police is investigating after a man was shot when two people tried to rob him Wednesday night.

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According to a release from police, at around 8:25 p.m., officers were called out to the 3500 block of Lorain Avenue for a man who was shot.

The man was able to tell police that while he was pumping gas, two people tried to rob him and shot him.

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Police said the investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Cleveland Police.

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