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The Middlesex District Attorney’s Office, Cambridge Police, and the MIT Police are currently investigating multiple gunshots that were fired tonight at approximately 8:41 p.m. in the vicinity of Windsor and Main Streets. One victim was struck by gunshots in a vehicle that was departing Newtowne Court.
That vehicle was driven down Main Street towards Kendall Square, where it later stopped. The victim was pronounced deceased after he was transported to a local hospital. The victim’s identification will be released once next of kin are notified. The driver is cooperating with officers.
Police are actively working with witnesses and seeking suspect(s) at this time. The investigation into this incident is ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked 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 617-349-3359 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.
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