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LEVEL PLAINS, Ala. (Rickey Stokes News)

 A man is in critical condition following a shooting that occurred Tuesday morning in Dale County, authorities confirmed.

Dale County Sheriff Mason Bynum said the shooting happened just before 10 a.m. during what has been described as a domestic dispute.

The incident took place in the Freedom Heights neighborhood off Rucker Boulevard in Level Plains.

The victim was airlifted from the scene to an area hospital, where he remains in critical condition.

Sheriff Bynum stated that there is no threat to the public at this time. It remains unclear whether any arrests have been made as the investigation continues.

Additional details are expected to be released as they become available.