HARTFORD, CT — A 25-year-old man was shot and killed Wednesday afternoon on Capitol Avenue in Hartford, marking the capital city’s sixth homicide of the year and deepening concerns over persistent gun violence in local neighborhoods.
Hartford Police say the shooting occurred around 1:30 p.m. outside an apartment complex located at 1063 Capitol Avenue. When officers arrived, they discovered the victim—later identified as Jared Floyd of Hartford—suffering from multiple gunshot wounds inside the building’s hallway. Investigators believe Floyd was shot on the sidewalk and managed to stagger into the lobby before collapsing.
Emergency responders from the Hartford Fire Department and EMS rendered aid and transported Floyd to an area hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. The scene was cordoned off for several hours as members of the Hartford Police Department’s Major Crimes and Crime Scene Divisions worked to gather evidence and conduct interviews.
Police have not released details about a possible suspect or motive but are continuing to collect surveillance footage from nearby buildings and question potential witnesses. No arrests had been made as of Wednesday night.
“We’re doing everything we can to piece this together,” said Lt. Aaron Boisvert of the Hartford Police Department. “We ask that anyone with information—even if it seems minor—come forward to help bring some closure to the victim’s family.”
The shooting took place in a densely populated corridor of Capitol Avenue, just blocks away from several small businesses and residential buildings. Residents expressed frustration and sadness over the ongoing cycle of violence.
“It’s terrifying to hear gunshots in the middle of the day,” said Maria Torres, who lives two blocks from the scene. “We need more patrols and better youth programs to stop this.”
According to police data, Hartford has now recorded six homicides in 2025, a figure that mirrors last year’s pace during the same time period. City officials, including Mayor Arunan Arulampalam, have repeatedly emphasized the importance of community-led violence prevention initiatives alongside law enforcement strategies.
In a brief statement following the incident, Mayor Arulampalam said, “We mourn the loss of another young life to senseless violence. The city remains committed to enhancing safety and providing the necessary resources to prevent tragedies like this.”
The Capitol Avenue corridor has been the site of increased police attention in recent months following a series of shootings and disturbances. Officials are now looking to strengthen cooperation between neighborhood watch groups, community organizations, and law enforcement to reduce criminal activity.
The Hartford Police Department is asking anyone with information about the shooting to call their tip line at 860-722-TIPS. All calls can be made anonymously.
