Violence struck the Cape Cod neighborhood on the eve of Thanksgiving, as a woman was non-fatally shot in what authorities describe as a deliberate act. The incident occurred around 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday in Hamden Circle in Barnstable, with gunshots startling residents and leaving the community on edge. Authorities are investigating the shooting, stressing that it was targeted rather than a random event.
Hyannis Fire Department's rescue crews quickly took the victim to Cape Cod Hospital. The Barnstable Police, with detectives from both the Police Patrol Division and Investigative Services Division, are thoroughly investigating the crime scene. A Barnstable Police Department statement affirms, "This incident appears to be targeted and does not appear to be random at this time."
Foremost in the investigation, Detective Sergeant Kevin Connolly is actively working the case, encouraging any individual with information to make contact. The police are earnestly appealing to the public to share tips, stressing that all details can be valuable. Contacts for Detective Sergeant Connolly include the phone number 508-778-3874 and the email [email protected].
