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The incident occurred in Bridgeport on Wednesday, Aug. 14, at 10:15 p.m. on the fifth floor of the Greene Homes Housing Complex (Building 4).
According to Capt. Kevin Gilleran of the Bridgeport Police, officers responding to a shots fired report found the man lying in the hallway who appeared to have succumbed to fatal injuries.
Medics quickly arrived and confirmed the victim was dead, Gilleran said.
The Detective Bureau Homicide Squad has taken charge of the investigation, and detectives from the Forensic Identification Unit are assisting them.
The man's identity is not being released pending notification of family members.
"Multiple shots were fired during this incident, and the victim appears to have been targeted," Gilleran said.
The Bridgeport Police Department is asking for help in solving this crime. Anyone with information should contact the case officer, Det. Thomas Harper, at 203-581-5239.
Citizens can also utilize the Bridgeport Police Tips line at 203 576-TIPS.
"The Bridgeport Police Department’s thoughts and prayers go out to the victim’s family and friends," Gilleran added.
This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
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