Crime & Safety

Meriden Police Investigate Gunfire with Possible Victim

Police are piecing together evidence and one person may have been shot.

MERIDEN, CT - Meriden Police are investigating after gunfire erupted last night in the city.

Police responded in the area of Sherman Avenue and Center Street after getting a report of shots fired, said Sgt. Darrin McKay, police spokesman.

A blue Chrysler was found at the scene unoccupied, but still running. It had been hit by several shots.

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A male occupant within the vehicle may have been shot, but police aren’t sure at this time.

Anyone with more information is asked to contact Detective Marty Eisner at 203-630-6260.

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