Man in critical condition after being shot multiple times in Connecticut

NBC Connecticut

A man who was in critical condition after being shot multiple times in New Haven on Sunday night has died.

Police received a ShotSpotter activation and a report of a gunshot victim on Downes Street around 8:20 p.m.

Once in the area, officers said they found a 19-year-old man with multiple gunshot wounds.

The man, later identified as Jovani Ortiz, of New Haven, was transported to Yale New Haven Hospital where was initially listed in critical condition. Ortiz later died of his injuries.

According to police, a vehicle reportedly fled from the scene after the gunshots were heard.

The investigation is active and ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact detectives at (203) 946-6304 or the department's anonymous tip line at 866-888-TIPS.

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