Loud bangs reported, possible gunshots in neighborhood, New Bedford MA
WeaponsMultiple people reported hearing several loud bangs across Granfield, Edmilla, Long, Hathaway, and Middle streets in New Bedford. Some thought the sounds were gunshots; others suspected a car, possibly a Volkswagen Golf, backfiring. There are no confirmed shots fired or injuries. Officers are responding to check the area.
Audio|Source: New Bedford Police, Fire and EMS
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Transcript:
Units report loud bangs heard west of LaRaza, about two blocks away. A woman near Granfield will wait outside. Officers heard what sounded like three to four gunshots in the Edmilla and Long Street area. Security said the noises might be from a vehicle, possibly a Volkswagen Golf, backfiring. Other reports came from Hathaway and Middle streets near the octopus. There is no confirmation of shots fired or any victims. Officers will check streets north of the area. A person named (name withheld) was mentioned.
Units report loud bangs heard west of LaRaza, about two blocks away. A woman near Granfield will wait outside. Officers heard what sounded like three to four gunshots in the Edmilla and Long Street area. Security said the noises might be from a vehicle, possibly a Volkswagen Golf, backfiring. Other reports came from Hathaway and Middle streets near the octopus. There is no confirmation of shots fired or any victims. Officers will check streets north of the area. A person named (name withheld) was mentioned.
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Location mentioned:
Granfield St, New Bedford, MA 02746
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