2 victims shot, Cambridge Police investigate shootings

CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Two male victims are now in the hospital after two separate shootings in Cambridge’s Port neighborhood in less than 12 hours.

Police were alerted to the first shooting at approximately 11:18 p.m. Thursday after receiving alerts of shots fired in the area of Washington Street.

Upon arrival, officers located a 22-year-old Everett male suffering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the leg, which police treated on-scene before transporting the victim to a nearby hospital.

While still on scene, police found eight shell casings and two vehicles parked nearby, damaged as a result of the shooting.

The second shooting happened Friday at 4:30 a.m. at the intersection of Broadway and Windsor Street, police say. On scene, officers found a 16-year-old Cambridge man suffering from a gunshot wound to the lower body. That teen is now receiving treatment at a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.

Cambridge Police told Boston 25 they received reports that a vehicle pulled up to the 16-year-old victim, shot him before fleeing the scene. Officers were able to find three shell casings and two vehicles damaged due to gunshots.

Officials confirmed there are no arrests at this time as officers continue to recover and process evidence from both incidents.

If anyone knows of further information regarding these incidents, they can call the 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.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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