Teen Dies Week After Being Shot In Head In Bridgeport

A 17-year-old boy had died days after he was found shot in the head in Connecticut.

A 17-year-old Bridgeport boy has died a week after he was shot in the head.
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04/18/2024 9:30 a.m.

Romain Sterling of Bridgeport died on Wednesday, April 17, from injuries sustained in the shooting that took place on Wednesday, April 10, along Park Avenue, said Capt. Kevin Gilleran of the Bridgeport Police.

"Romain Sterling's family have been in communication with the Bridgeport Police Department's Detective Bureau," Gilleran said. "This is a great loss to the City of Bridgeport and has impacted the officers who work diligently to protect the lives of all citizens in our community. The Police Department's thoughts and prayers are with Romain's family and friends."

Gilleran said several strong leads have been developed in the case, but the department still requests the community's help in solving this crime.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the case officer, Homicide Detective Thomas Harper, at 203-581-5239. Citizens can also utilize the Bridgeport Police Tips line at 203 576-TIPS.

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