Cambridge Police Conducting Investigation Following Early Morning Shooting in Central Square

An early morning shooting is being investigated by the Cambridge Police Department. Emergency Communications initially received reports of gun shots in the area of Central Square around 1:31 a.m. Three shell casings were located by the Cambridge Police near 731 Massachusetts Avenue following a preliminary investigation. There is one known victim at this time after officers responded to nearby School Street, where a 34-year-old Cambridge male was located. The victim was initially treated on scene by Cambridge Police and Cambridge Fire, and then transported by Pro EMS to a local hospital with what are believed to be non-life threatening injuries. There have been no arrests made at this time.

Detectives are attempting to speak further with the victim to learn more about this incident. 

Anyone with any information related to this incident is strongly encouraged to call Cambridge Police at 617-349-3300. Those who wish to provide information anonymously may dial the Cambridge Police Anonymous Crime Tip Hotline at 617-349-3370 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 tips via email, visit www.CambridgePolice.org/tips.