Crime
Hartford Police Investigate Fatal Shooting of 20-Year-Old Man Following Broad Street Altercation
Investigators currently believe only one suspect was responsible for the shooting.
Hartford, CT – Authorities have identified 20-year-old Johnny Rodriguez as the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred late Tuesday night following a large altercation outside an apartment complex on Broad Street.
According to the Hartford Police Department, officers were dispatched to the area around 10:50 p.m. after receiving a ShotSpotter alert indicating gunfire.
Upon arrival, officers discovered evidence of a shooting at the scene but found no victims initially.
Moments later, dispatchers informed officers that a male gunshot victim had been located at the intersection of Essex Street and Retreat Avenue.
Rodriguez was transported to Hartford Hospital in critical condition but was later pronounced deceased despite life-saving efforts by medical personnel.
The Hartford Police Major Crimes and Crime Scene Divisions have taken over the investigation. Authorities have secured surveillance footage from the scene of the altercation, which reportedly involved multiple individuals and vehicles.
However, investigators currently believe only one suspect was responsible for the shooting.
At this time, no arrests have been made, and police have yet to identify any suspects.
The investigation remains active as authorities continue to gather evidence and interview witnesses.
Law enforcement officials urge anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward and contact the Hartford Police Department Tip Line at (860) 722-8477. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the department’s website.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.