Crime & Safety
Police Looking For Gunman After Road Rage Shooting In Canton
Given the scene's proximity to Blue Hills Regional High School, a lockdown was put in place, but it has since been lifted.
CANTON, MA — Police are looking for a suspect after a road rage-related shooting was reported near York and Randolph streets. The two streets are closed while police investigate, Police Chief Ken Berkowitz said.
Canton Police arrived at the intersection shortly before noon, after receiving a call from a witness who said someone got out of a white SUV and fired several rounds at a black sedan, the Patriot Ledger reported.
Police said both vehicles drove away towards Stoughton. Police said several shell casing were found at the scene. There are no known injuries at this time.
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Given the scene's proximity to Blue Hills Regional High School, a lockdown was put in place, but it has since been lifted.
Randolph St. and York St. are closed for an investigation of shots being fired. Please avoid the area. We do not believe that there is a present danger to the public. pic.twitter.com/FM8yJtZEU2
— Chief Ken Berkowitz (@ChiefBerkowitz) March 8, 2019
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