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WORCESTER — A male gunshot victim was pronounced dead at a local Worcester hospital shortly after being dropped off on Saturday afternoon, October 28th, according to a release from the Worcester Police Department.
Police were dispatched to the hospital around 4 p.m. following reports of the victim. Upon arrival, officers found the male suffering from severe gunshot injuries. He was declared dead by hospital staff at approximately 4:18.
Authorities are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. The Worcester Police Department will provide further details as they become available.
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