26-Year-Old Man Shot, Killed Leaving Waterbury Courthouse

A Connecticut man was shot and killed following a court proceeding and police believe he was shot as he was leaving the courthouse.

A 26-year-old Connecticut man was shot and killed as he left a courthouse.
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Kathy Reakes

03/21/2024 4:30 p.m.

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The incident occurred in New Haven County around 11:45 a.m. Thursday, March 21 outside of 400 Grand St., in Waterbury.

According to Lt. Ryan Bessette of the Waterbury Police, the victim, a 26-year-old Waterbury man, died from his injuries at the hospital.

Bessette said a preliminary investigation confirmed that the victim had attended court proceedings earlier in the day and it is believed that this shooting incident occurred as he was leaving the courthouse.

The suspect fled the scene before police arrived.

Anyone with information is requested to contact the WPD Detective Bureau at 203-574-6941 or Crime Stoppers anonymous tip line at 203-755-1234.

Detectives are actively investigating this homicide incident.

This is a developing story. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.

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