CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts — A person was injured in a shooting Tuesday afternoon near Russell Field in North Cambridge, prompting a police response and an ongoing investigation.
According to police, multiple 911 calls were received at approximately 3:20 p.m. reporting a shooting in the area of the athletic field. First responders arrived and found a person suffering from gunshot-related injuries.
The injured person was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Their current condition and the severity of their injuries have not been released.
The shooting occurred near Russell Field, a community athletic complex on Rindge Avenue in North Cambridge. The incident has prompted a significant emergency response as investigators work to establish what happened.
Police have not yet released information about a possible suspect or confirmed whether anyone has been taken into custody. The circumstances surrounding the shooting, including what led to the incident, remain under investigation.
Authorities are asking anyone who may have witnessed the shooting or has information that could assist investigators to contact Cambridge police detectives at 617-349-3300.
Residents and visitors are encouraged to rely on official information from police rather than unverified reports circulating online. Cambridge Police maintains public safety updates and incident information through its official channels.
This remains a developing story. Additional details, including the victim’s condition, whether a suspect has been identified and the circumstances leading up to the shooting, are expected as the investigation continues.
Further updates will be provided as verified information becomes available.
