Crime & Safety

Shots Fired In Somerville Overnight, Damaging Vehicles

Police are trying to identify two people seen fleeing the scene on Canal Lane.

SOMERVILLE, MA — Police are searching for two suspects in connection with shots fired in Somerville overnight.

The shots were reported around 1 a.m. on Canal Lane. Officers found seven shell casings and two cars with ballistic damage, police said.

One person seen running from the area was described as white, wearing red shorts and a light-colored top, police said. The second person was wearing all dark clothing.

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Anyone with information is asked to contact the Somerville Police Department.

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