Crime & Safety

Man Dies After New Haven Shooting

The man was rushed to the hospital Wednesday afternoon, but ultimately succumbed to his wounds.

NEW HAVEN, CT — A 35-year-old city man was killed after a shooting on Chapel Street between Winthrop Avenue and Norton Street, according to police.

Eric Lewis, 35, was transported to the hospital after noon Wednesday, said Officer David Hartman, police spokesman. He was shot once in the chest and succumbed to his wounds.

Detectives are on scene investigating.

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Anyone who witnesses the shooting or has valuable information is asked to contact police at 203-946-6304 or through the department’s anonymous tip-line at 866-888-TIPS (8477) or 203-946-6296.

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