WATERBURY, CT – A 17-year-old girl has died after being shot in the chest overnight on Willow Street, according to Waterbury Police. Officers responded to the scene shortly after midnight and found the teen with a life-threatening gunshot wound.

She was rushed to the hospital, where she later died from her injuries. Her identity has not yet been released as authorities work to notify her family.

The Waterbury Police Department’s Major Crimes Unit is investigating the shooting. No arrests have been made, and investigators are actively seeking witnesses and surveillance footage from the area.

5th District Candidate Johnathon De Barros commented on a recent Waterbury Times Facebook post the following…

“My condolences to the friends & family✝️🙏🏾
This is terrible news we have to band together to change the culture for the future of our City💔”

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Waterbury Police Detective Bureau at 203‑574‑6941 or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers at 203‑755‑1234.

This remains a developing story. The Waterbury Times will continue to provide updates as more details become available.