Crime & Safety
New Haven 14-Year-Old Fatally Shot, Police Confirm
The young victim was pronounced dead at Yale New Haven Hospital, according to New Haven police. He leaves behind a 1-year-old son.
NEW HAVEN, CT — The New Haven Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that left a teenager dead.
According to police, on Wednesday around 10:51 p.m., the department received several 911 calls in reference to a shooting on Chatham Street, between Rowe and Ferry streets. Police officers said they found a 14-year-old New Haven resident suffering from gunshot wounds.
The New Haven Independent identified the shooting victim as Tyshaun “TyTy” Hargrove.
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American Medical Response transported Hargrove to Yale New Haven Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, police said.
It was not immediately clear what led up to the shooting or if police have identified any suspects.
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According to the newspaper, Hargrove leaves behind a 1-year-old child. He would have turned 15 on Sept. 11. His death is said to be New Haven’s 19th homicide so far this year.
Police are asking that any witnesses who have not yet spoken with officers to contact the New Haven Police Department Investigative Services Division at 203-946-6304. Callers may remain anonymous or submit tips anonymously by calling 1-866-888-TIPS(8477), or text “NHPD plus your message” to 274637 (CRIMES).
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