A man has critical injuries after being shot while speeding next to another car through Hamden and New Haven Friday afternoon.
New Haven Police said they were called to a hospital in town after a person with a gunshot wound showed up. A 21-year-old resident was shot while two cars drove next to each other speeding.
The man remains hospitalized in critical condition, but appears to be conscious and alert, according to police.
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Authorities found evidence of gunfire on both Whitney Avenue and Highland Street. Hamden Police said they also received reports of gunfire involving two speeding cars.
Police said one of the vehicles involved was previously reported stolen. It was eventually recovered in another town.
The second car was found unoccupied with damage after crashing on Dixwell Avenue near Arch Street. An NBC Connecticut crew at the scene saw the damaged car with bullet holes and part of its fender broken off.
Mather Street was shut down for a period of time after a bullet casing could be seen marked with evidence tape.
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The Major Crimes Unit is investigating the incident. No additional information was immediately available.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police by calling 203-230-4040.
