Weapons — New Britain, CT — reported 2026-06-30

SUMMARY

A 17-year-old was shot by police during a foot pursuit in New Britain on June 24.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Weapons
  • Location: New Britain, CT
  • Date reported: 2026-06-30
  • Suspect: male, age 17
  • Victim(s): 1 (male, minor)

REPORTED DETAILS

  • The shooting occurred at 1 Herald Square in New Britain on June 24 just before 3:10 p.m.
  • The suspect allegedly fired one round at police during the foot pursuit.
  • The teen who was shot was taken into custody and received medical attention from police.
  • He was later taken to a local hospital for surgery and is expected to survive.
  • A handgun and a spent shell casing were recovered by investigators next to where the teen fell to the ground.