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One Critically Injured in Late‑Night Charlestown Shooting

The case raises fresh pressure on Boston police to find suspects and evidence after another violent incident in the city.

Overview

  • Police responded to reports of a person shot near 100 Hood Park Drive about 10:30 p.m. Friday and found an adult with gunshot wounds.
  • Boston EMS took the victim to a hospital with a life‑threatening injury and the person remains critically injured, officials said.
  • Boston Police reported no arrests and said investigators are processing the scene and following leads.
  • Local outlets and social media showed a large police and state‑police presence and circulating video from the scene, but authorities have not released the victim’s identity or suspect information.
  • The Charlestown shooting joins several separate, active investigations into recent shootings in Boston this month and could increase scrutiny of local public‑safety efforts as detectives pursue evidence and tips.