Updated Story
PLYMOUTH, Mass. — Plymouth Police Department announced that one person is dead following a shooting in a parking lot on Middle Street.
In a press release, Plymouth County Sheriff’s Department received numerous calls and reports of a shooting. Calls also reported that an individual had suffered a gunshot wound.
First arriving officers were able to confront the suspect, a 23-year-old male, and take him into custody without incident.
The victim was a 41-year-old male. He was transferred to Beth Israel Hospital and was pronounced dead on the scene.
The incident remains under investigation by authorities.
Original Story
Authorities are investigating a shooting near a restaurant on Friday night.
Plymouth Police Chief Dana Flynn confirms a person was shot on Main Street just before 6 p.m.
The condition of the victim is unknown at this time.
It is unclear if any arrests have been made.
Police are asking the public to avoid the Main Street downtown area while they conduct their investigation. The area has been shut down to motorists for the time being.
Authorities say there is no danger to the public.
No further details were immediately available.
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