Pittsfield Police Seeking Information on Woodlawn Ave. Shooting

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Pittsfield Police responded to a shooting incident Sunday that left a man injured and a dog dead.
 
On Sunday, Jan. 16 at approximately 10:43 p.m. members of the Pittsfield Police Department (PPD) responded to a residence on Woodlawn Avenue for a report of shots fired.
 
Responding officers arrived on scene and learned that an adult male and a dog had been shot.
 
Other evidence of a shooting was also located. The man was transported to Berkshire Medical Center (BMC) where he was treated for his injuries, which are not considered to be life- threatening. 
 
PPD officers attempted to transport the animal to an emergency veterinary hospital but the dog succumbed to its injuries during transport. 
 
Several suspects are believed to have been involved in the shooting.
 
Anyone who wishes to provide information regarding this case is asked to contact Detective Matos PPD at 413-448-9700 x576. 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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West Nile Virus Found in Pittsfield Mosquito Samples

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PITTSFIELD, Mass. – The Massachusetts Department of Public Health confirmed two positive results of West Nile Virus (WNV) in the most recently tested weekly samples of mosquitoes collected in the City of Pittsfield, the Mayor’s office announced on Friday afternoon.
 
One positive sample was taken from the site of Pittsfield Cemetery (End of King Street vicinity) and another positive sample was taken from Berkshire Avenue location, according to the city’s news release.
 
“It is important to note that at the time of this release, we have no confirmed human cases of WNV,” the release reads.
 
The city nevertheless recommends residents take the following actions:
 
• When you are outdoors, wear long pants, a long-sleeved shirt and socks. This may be difficult to do when the weather is hot, but it will help keep mosquitoes away from your skin.
 
• Use a mosquito repellent (follow manufacturer instructions).
 
• Keep mosquitoes out of your house by repairing any holes in your screens and making sure they are tightly attached to all your doors and windows.
 
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