ROSLINDALE, Mass. — Editor’s note: An earlier version of this story indicated one person was shot, based on information provided by authorities. This story has since been updated to reflect new information gathered on scene.
Boston police are investigating a double shooting that took place in the city’s Roslindale neighborhood shortly before 10 p.m. Friday.
It happened in the area of 4137 Washington St. at the ALFA gas station, according to police.
When officers arrived on the scene, they found two people had been shot. One of the victims – an adult man -- was taken to an area hospital with undisclosed injuries. The other shooting victim died at the scene, according to police. Investigators said they are interviewing several witnesses who were at the scene at the time of the shooting. “I know there were witnesses there,” said Suffolk County District Attorney Kevin Hayden. “That has to be scary for anyone who is in the process of getting gas when something like this happens.”
Boston Police said they do not believe this incident was random, but do not currently have anyone in custody.
“It’s an active investigation, it does not appear to be a random act of violence at this time,” said Boston Police Deputy Superintendent James Miller. “As always, we are looking for the public’s help. If anyone has any information, you can call our homicide unit at 617-343-4470.”
This double shooting happened hours after another shooting up in Revere.
“I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: We have too many guns on our streets right now and we’re seeing it play out right now,” said Hayden. “I just came from Revere, came here, this is a very tragic incident. One is no longer with us and we’re going to have to do our best to lay hold of all of this.”
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.
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