Police Investigate Fatal Shooting Of Bridgeport Man, 37

Bridgeport CT

10 June, 2022

12:44 PM

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BRIDGEPORT, CT — A 37-year-old Bridgeport man died early Friday after being shot multiple times on Pricilla Circle, according to police. The victim's identity was not released by Bridgeport police, but authorities said that his next of kin has been notified. "We offer our sincerest condolences to the victim's family and friends," said Bridgeport Police Capt. Kevin Gilleran in a statement. The incident occurred at approximately 1:25 a.m. when officers were called to the 100 block of Pricilla Circle after the department received several reports of a shooting. "Upon arrival, Patrol Officers located a 37-year-old Bridgeport man lying down in the street suffering from multiple gunshot wounds," Gilleran said. "AMR ambulance arrived and quickly transported the victim to an area hospital," where the victim was pronounced dead. The department's Homicide Squad and Identification Unit have taken charge of the investigation. "They have since processed the crime scene, collected several items of evidence, and are working several strong leads," Gilleran said. "This appears to be an isolated incident where the victim knew his attacker(s)." Anyone with any information about this crime is urged to contact Bridgeport Police Homicide Detective Martin Heanue at 203-581-5242, or utilize the Bridgeport Police Tips Line at 203-576-TIPS (8477).