Police received a call around 11:30 p.m. Monday of shots fired at the Sunny Side Inn, 145 Lake St., said Av Harris, spokesman for the Bridgeport Police Department.
When officers arrived on scene they found a middle-aged black male who suffered at least one gunshot wound, said Harris.
The man was pronounced dead at the scene, he added.
Detectives are working to confirm his identity.
Anyone with information should call 203-581-5242 or 203-576-TIPS.
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