New Haven

Police Are Investigating a Homicide in New Haven

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NBC Connecticut

New Haven police are investigating a homicide after a person who was dropped off at Yale New Haven Hospital died.

Police said they received a call just before 3:30 a.m. Thursday after the victim was dropped off at the hospital by a private car. 

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The victim, identified by police as 33-year-old Brian Faulks, of New Haven, was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Police located the scene where the shooting occurred on Spring Street, between Dewitt and Button streets.

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Detectives from the Major Crimes Unit are leading the investigation.

Witnesses who have not yet spoken with the Police are urged to call the New Haven Police Department Investigative Services Division at 203-946-6304.

Callers can remain anonymous or submit tips anonymously by calling 1-866-888-TIPS(8477), or text “NHPD plus your message” to 274637 (CRIMES).

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