Cambridge Police Recover Shell Casings and Conducting Investigation Following Gunshots on Elm Street

The Cambridge Police have recovered multiple shell casings after investigating a ShotSpotter activation and calls for possible gunshots early this morning in the area of Elm Street and Cambridge Street. Following the ShotSpotter activation and multiple calls, nearby Cambridge Police Officers quickly responded to Elm Street at approximately 3:22 a.m. for a report of possible shots fired. After canvassing the area and speaking to nearby residents, officers located multiple shell casings on the street. They also located evidence that shots were fired into a second story room of an Elm Street residence. Fortunately, there are no known injuries or victims.

The suspect is reportedly a black or Hispanic male, who was wearing dark pants and shoes, that walked to and left the area of the recovered gunshots from Cambridge Street.

Detectives were on the scene processing evidence early this morning and will be seeking and reviewing any nearby video surveillance footage.

Anyone with any information related to this incident is asked to call Cambridge Police at 617-349-3300. The Cambridge Police will continue to maintain an increased presence in the area as they investigate this incident. Those who wish to provide information anonymously may dial the Cambridge Police Anonymous Crime Tip Hotline at 617-349-3359 and leave a message. Anonymous tips may also be sent via the Cambridge Police MyPD mobile app or via text message to 847411. Begin your text with TIP650 and then type your message. To send anonymous tips via email, visit www.CambridgePolice.org/Tips.