Pittsfield Police Respond To Early Morning Shooting

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — On Tuesday  at approximately 4:28 a.m. members of the Pittsfield Police Department (PPD) responded to a shooting incident in the area of 168 First Street in Pittsfield.
 
The incident was initially reported as a ShotSpotter activation. Upon their arrival, officers discovered a 27 year old Pittsfield man who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds.
 
The man was transported to Berkshire Medical Center (BMC) where he is currently receiving treatment for his injuries.
 
The victim's injuries are not considered life-threatening. At this time it appears that the victim was targeted by his assailant and there is no apparent threat to the public.
 
During the investigation and processing of the scene, a portion of First Street was closed for a brief period of time.
 
Anyone who wishes to provide information regarding this case is asked to contact Detective Bassett 413-448-9700 x529. Information can also be provided anonymously via the Detective Bureau Tip Line at 413-448-9706, or by texting PITTIP and your message to TIP411 (847411).

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Victim in Fatal Dragging Identified as Pittsfield Man

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Police are searching for a suspect in a fatal hit-and-run on Tuesday. 
 
The victim was identified on Wednesday as William S. Colbert, 69, of Pittsfield.
 
His body was found nearly four miles away from where he was reportedly struck. 
 
The initial report was that someone was in the road, possibly struck by a motor vehicle, at the intersection of Linden Street and Francis Avenue at about 11:33 p.m.
 
According to the report filed by Sgt. David Hallas, officers were unable to locate either a victim or a vehicle at the intersection. They spoke with witnesses and canvassed the area. 
 
They found him in the road in the 1350 block of West Housatonic Street near the Best Western hotel. 
 
The victim was deceased. 
 
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