Hartford & New Haven, CT, September 13, 2026 — A 34-year-old man is in critical condition following a drive-by shooting incident that occurred on Saturday night in Bridgeport. The shooting took place outside a birthday party.

The victim, whose name has not been released, sustained injuries when he was shot in what authorities described as a drive-by incident. The event transpired on Benham Avenue. The exact time of the shooting on Saturday night was not immediately specified.

Emergency services responded to the scene after the shooting. The injured man was transported to a local hospital, where he is currently listed in critical condition. Details regarding the circumstances leading up to the shooting, including the make and model of the vehicle involved or the number of occupants, were not immediately available.

Benham Avenue is a street located within Bridgeport. The specific address or block number where the birthday party was being held and the shooting occurred was not provided. Law enforcement officials have stated that an investigation into the incident is underway. Further information is expected as the investigation progresses.

Authorities are appealing to the public for any information that might assist them in their investigation into the drive-by shooting. Information can be provided anonymously through the Bridgeport Police Department’s tips line, if available.


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