Crime
Reports of shooting at Burger King in Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio — A significant police presence was observed Wednesday night at a Burger King restaurant on the city’s west side amid unconfirmed reports of a shooting.
The incident unfolded at the Burger King located at 3525 Mahoning Avenue, near the intersection of Meridian Road.
A photo from the scene showed at least four Youngstown Police Department cruisers parked outside the restaurant, while witnesses reported seeing as many as a dozen law enforcement vehicles from multiple departments surrounding the building.
One witness described the scene as resembling a “SWAT-style” response, stating that officers had the perimeter secured.
The witness also noted that they had recently left their job at the restaurant and expressed relief at not being inside at the time of the reported gunfire.
As of late Wednesday, dispatchers with both the Youngstown Police Department and Austintown Police Department stated they had no immediate information to release regarding the nature of the incident or whether anyone had been injured.
Authorities have not yet confirmed whether shots were fired or if any arrests have been made.
The investigation remains ongoing, and additional details are expected once they become available.
TAUNTON, Mass. — One person was killed and seven others were injured in an overnight shooting at a house party in Taunton, Massachusetts, authorities said.
The shooting happened at approximately 12:35 a.m. Sunday at a residence in the 261 Weir Street area. Taunton police officers responded after receiving multiple 911 calls reporting gunshots.
When officers arrived, they found several people suffering from gunshot wounds. Investigators were also informed that additional victims had already been transported to area hospitals for medical treatment.
Authorities ultimately identified eight shooting victims, all of whom were reportedly in their early 20s.
One of the victims, 22-year-old Zirovick Depina of Brockton, was pronounced dead early Sunday morning, according to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office.
Of the seven surviving victims, one remains in serious but stable condition, while the others suffered injuries that were considered non-life-threatening. Their identities have not been publicly released.
The shooting occurred during a gathering at the residence. Images from the scene showed a tent and tables in the yard, along with white balloons and what appeared to be a photo backdrop near a garage.
A neighbor told authorities that large gatherings and loud parties had reportedly been common at the residence.
The home is located about a mile from the Taunton Police Department headquarters. The neighbor expressed concern about the shooting occurring in the area, particularly given the late-night activity.
The investigation is being conducted by Taunton Police, Massachusetts State Police detectives assigned to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office, and other investigative units. Detectives are working to determine what led to the gunfire and identify those responsible.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact Taunton police or investigators with the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional information is expected as authorities continue gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.