The Waterbury Times|Crime Desk|Published Mar 2, 2026

WATERBURY, CT — On Sunday, March 1, 2026, at approximately 8:17 p.m., Waterbury Police patrol officers were dispatched to the area of Byam Road and Hitchcock Road following reports of gunshots.

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Upon arrival, officers located seven spent shell casings in the roadway. Police reported no property damage in the surrounding area and no victims were found at the scene. No individuals were present when officers arrived.

The incident remains an active and ongoing investigation.

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

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