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ID Released For 20-Year-Old Fairfield County Man Killed In Shooting

Police have released the identity of a Fairfield County man killed in what police are calling an alleged drug deal gone wrong.

The area of the shooting.

The area of the shooting.

Photo Credit: Google Maps street view

Johnny Class, age 20, of Stratford, was killed in New Haven County in Ansonia on Tuesday, April 5, on Hubbell Avenue near Sixth Street.

The shooting took place “during an attempted drug purchase” Ansonia police said at the time of the crime.

Police said the suspect, who is still at large, fired into the Honda Class was sitting in, striking and killing him.

The driver of the Honda then fled the scene before stopping on Main Street to call 911, police said.

"Chief Williams and the entire Ansonia Police Department offer our sympathy and condolences to Mr. Class’ family, friends, and loved ones," said Lt. Patrick Lynch, of the Ansonia Police.

The investigation into Class’ death is still active with several strong leads and the department is hopeful the investigation will lead to the arrest of the person or persons responsible, Lynch added.

Anyone with information regarding the case is asked to contact the police department at 203-735-1885.

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