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The Cambridge Police are currently investigating a series of gunshots that occurred overnight in the area of the Lot 6 on Bishop Allen Drive as late night establishments were closing.
At approximately 2:14 a.m. this morning, officers responded to Bishop Allen Drive and discovered two motor vehicles parked in Lot 6 that were struck by gunfire. There were no reported injuries or victims, but after the Cambridge Police canvassed the area, officers recovered two firearms and 13 shell casings. Responding officers spoke with a number of witnesses and all indications are that this incident was not random.
The investigation into this incident is ongoing and any information from the community is critical to solving these types of crimes. 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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