A festive gathering in Methuen, Massachusetts, turned tragic early Sunday morning when gunfire erupted at a pop-up party, leaving seven people shot and wounded, with an eighth injured while fleeing the scene.
The incident occurred just before 2 a.m. at a location where hundreds had gathered after the event was organized on social media, authorities confirmed at a news conference.
The victims, aged between 17 and 22 years old, suffered gunshot wounds, with two individuals in critical condition. Find the source at apnews
Essex County District Attorney Paul Tucker addressed the media, expressing dismay over yet another instance of gun violence and noting the significant amount of ballistic evidence recovered at the scene.
Methuen, situated approximately 28 miles north of Boston near the New Hampshire border, saw its first violent incident related to such pop-up parties, according to Methuen Police Chief Scott McNamara.
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He highlighted that while authorities have been monitoring similar “hot spots,” this event unfolded unexpectedly in a new location, resulting in tragic consequences.
No suspects have been apprehended, and authorities have not recovered any firearms linked to the shooting.
Chief McNamara underscored efforts to discourage disorderly gatherings in the past, but lamented the unforeseen turn of events that led to injuries and chaos in Methuen.
Investigations into the shooting are ongoing as law enforcement seeks to determine the circumstances and potential leads that could lead to arrests.