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At least two people were injured today in a shooting on Memorial Drive in Cambridge, Massachusetts, as police closed roads and launched an active investigation.
At least two people were injured today in a shooting incident on Memorial Drive in Cambridge, Massachusetts, prompting a large emergency response and major road closures near the River Street area.
According to reports from the scene, police responded around early afternoon after multiple 911 calls reporting gunfire near Memorial Drive. Emergency crews quickly arrived and secured the area as ambulances transported at least two injured individuals for medical treatment.
The incident led to significant disruption in the area, with sections of Memorial Drive closed in both directions as officers established a perimeter and began collecting evidence. Witnesses described a heavy police presence, with multiple cruisers, ambulances, and investigators working at the scene.
Early reports suggest the shooting occurred outside a residential and commercial area near the River Street bridge, though officials have not yet released full details about what led to the incident or the identities of those involved.
Authorities have confirmed that the situation is under active investigation, and they are asking the public to avoid the area while they continue their work. Further updates are expected once more verified information becomes available.
The situation remains developing as police work to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting and assess the condition of those injured.
