Man shot, killed in Lawrence

Authorities are investigating after a man was shot and killed early Monday morning in Lawrence. 

Lawrence police responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Market Street around 1:49 a.m., according to the Essex County District Attorney’s office. Officers at the scene found an adult man suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. 

The man was transported to Lawrence General Hospital where authorities said he was overcome by his injuries. 

“​​Investigators do not believe this was a random act of violence,” the DA’s office said in a statement. 

The shooting is being investigated by Lawrence police, state police detectives, and the Essex DA’s office.

Dialynn Dwyer

Dialynn Dwyer is a reporter and editor at Boston.com, covering breaking and local news across Boston and New England.

 

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