Danvers and Massachusetts State Police are currently responding to reports of an active shooter situation at a mobile home park off Route 1, where shots have been fired at officers, according to sources from WBZ-TV I-Team. The incident unfolded around noon, leading to the closure of Route 1 near the Peabody line.
Authorities indicate that a male suspect is believed to be barricaded inside a trailer, while a female shooting victim has been transported to a hospital. The victim’s condition remains unknown at this time. The ongoing situation has prompted law enforcement to urge the public to avoid the area.
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Video footage from WBZ-TV’s helicopter captured police searching around a home, with officers eventually removing an individual from a window. The person was transported to an awaiting ambulance, emphasizing the intense nature of the incident.
The Essex County District Attorney has confirmed that investigators are responding to reports of a shooting, but no further details have been provided by Danvers Police at this time.
As the situation unfolds, Route 1 in Danvers remains partially shut down, causing disruptions to traffic. Southbound lanes are closed at the exit to Route 114 West. A barricaded male suspect was reported inside a trailer, leading to the involvement of a NEMLEC tactical team. However, the suspect was later taken into custody.
The scene continues to be active, with Danvers police cruisers, ambulances, and negotiators present near the trailer park. State police describe the situation as developing, ongoing, and active. Key details surrounding the circumstances leading to the shooting remain unclear.
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Law enforcement’s swift response underscores the seriousness of the incident, and updates are anticipated as the investigation progresses. The community is advised to stay informed through official channels, and caution is urged for those in the vicinity of the ongoing police activity in Danvers.