State police were investigating an incident that occurred "at approximately 6 p.m. at a residence on Kent Cornwall Road in the town of Kent, where one individual sustained a life-threatening gunshot wound," State Police spokesman Sgt. Eric Haglund said.
One person sustained a gunshot wound and was transported to a hospital, Haglund said. At about 9:15 p.m., Haglund reported that the victim had died of the injuries.
At that time, Haglund also reported that a suspect was in state police custody and that there was no danger to the public.
No information was released about the victim or the suspect.
State Troopers from Troop L are investigating the incident along with detectives from Major Crime, who also responded to the scene to assist with this investigation.
Kent Cornwall Road/Route 7 was closed between Carter Road and Cobble Road for hours after the incident, according to State Police.
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