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Waterbury Police officers responded to reports of shots fired at approximately 4:43 p.m. on May 27, at the Brass Mill Center, located at 495 Union Street, according to a statement from the Waterbury Police Department.
Officers found five adult victims suffering from gunshot wounds. All were taken to local hospitals and were reported to have non-life-threatening injuries, police said.
Police said the shooting “was not a random act of violence” and “appears to have stemmed from a dispute that escalated into gunfire.”
A person of interest has been identified and is in police custody, officials said.
Waterbury Police, along with Connecticut State Police, cleared the mall, and “the area is now secure,” according to the department. “There is no ongoing threat to the public.”
The investigation remains active. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Waterbury Police Detective Bureau at (203) 574-6941 or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers at (203) 755-1234.
Gov. Ned Lamont released the following statement:
"This afternoon there was a tragic mass shooting at the Bass Mill Center in Waterbury, a place where everyone should feel safe. We are grateful to law enforcement, who acted swiftly. Details are still forthcoming, but the [CT State Police] will be assisting [Waterbury police] with the investigation.
"Our hearts break for the Waterbury community, the victims, and their families who have been impacted by this incident."
Daily Voice has reached out to local police for details.
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