Crime & Safety

Two Men Shot; Both Walk Into New London Hospital for Treatment

New London Police are investigating and are asking anyone with information to contact them.

On Sunday, September 14, 2014 at approximately 6:00 a.m., a 31-year-old male victim walked into the Lawrence & Memorial Hospital with a gunshot wound. Approximately 30 minutes later, a second male arrived at the hospital, also with a gunshot wound.

The preliminary investigation determined that the shootings occurred somewhere near Montauk Avenue and Fair Harbour Place, and that the shootings are related to one another.

The injuries do not appear to be life threatening at this time.

New London Police are asking that anyone with information call 860-447-1481 or 860-442-4444; all calls will remain confidential.

You can also reach the New London Police Department by sending a message to our Facebook page, or by texting an anonymous tip with the keywork “NLPDTip” to Tip411 (847411).

Photo Credit: New London Police Department

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