Hartford, CT — A man has died following an officer-involved shooting on Homestead Avenue in Hartford on Thursday afternoon. The incident occurred around 2:30 p.m. when Hartford police were conducting a firearms investigation in the area. Upon locating the suspect, authorities reported that he immediately brandished a firearm, prompting three officers to discharge their weapons. The individual was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
As part of the investigation, officials recovered a firearm equipped with an extended magazine at the scene. Homestead Avenue has been closed between Sigourney and Garden streets to facilitate the ongoing inquiry. The State’s Attorney’s Office, the Inspector General’s Office, and state police are collaborating on the investigation.
No additional information is available at this time. Residents are advised to avoid the area and follow updates from local authorities.
