CT Father Of 3 Young Children Shot And Killed: Report

SPRAGUE, CT - Police said a father of three young children was shot to death outside his Sprague home Thursday night, according to media reports. The victim has not yet been identified by police.

Police said some details of the victim were revealed by a family member, including that he was a father of three kids who was shot after going outside his home to investigate a loud bang, NBC Connecticut reported. The incident occurred at a Bay Street residence at approximately 11:55 p.m., police said.

The victim was found by state police after officers responded to the home, according to NBC Connecticut. Police said he was transported to Backus Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.

Police said they have determined the incident was isolated and there is no further threat to anyone in town, according to Eyewitness News 3. State troopers are currently investigating the situation and have been speaking to people who live in the area.

The incident left many residents of the small town shocked and frightened, as these types of incidents are uncommon in the area, Eyewitness News 3 reported. Police have not yet revealed if anyone was home at the time of the shooting.

Police said the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will determine the exact cause and manner of death, News 8 reported. State police will also be reviewing surveillance footage from nearby properties as part of the investigation.

Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact police immediately.

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