West Haven Police responded last evening approximately 10:00pm to a North Union Avenue address on a report of several gun shots with people screaming. As Police arrived they were advised by witnesses that three males entered the yard of the North Union Avenue address and confronted another male. That male was assaulted and then shot. The 3 males were all in possession of firearms and were last seen running from the scene. The male victim was later found at an area hospital with a non life threatening gunshot wound, and injuries consistent with an assault. Police Detectives are actively pursuing this investigation. Anyone with information can call police at 203 937 3900 or use any of our tip lines or social media venues. All information can be confidential.
Some statistics for our Westie community keeping you informed. This represents our most reported crimes.
Two services WHPD offers its residents 24/7 365 days a year along with great police service of course, is our prescription medication disposal container and internet exchange meeting place which is under video surveillance. No prior appointments or approvals are needed.
West Haven and West Shore Fire Departments are on the scene of a house fire on Linden Street. There are no reports of injuries, some cats were saved by FD unfortunately some did perish. Please avoid this area.