Police are investigating a shooting on Chestnut Street in Lowell, MA, where a victim was reported with a gunshot wound. Scene remains active.
LOWELL, MASSACHUSETTS — A shooting in Lowell is under active investigation after emergency crews responded to reports of a person suffering from a gunshot wound on Chestnut Street late Friday morning.
What happened
According to initial reports, the incident occurred on April 18, 2026, around 11:39 a.m., when first responders were dispatched to the Chestnut Street area for a reported shooting.
Emergency communications indicated that a subject had sustained a gunshot wound, though details about how the shooting occurred or what led up to the incident have not yet been officially confirmed.
Police response
Lowell Fire Department and EMS units responded to the scene but were staged nearby while awaiting clearance from Lowell Police due to safety concerns.
Law enforcement officers moved in to secure the area before allowing medical personnel to access the victim. This is standard protocol in active or potentially dangerous situations involving gunfire.
Once the scene was deemed safe, EMS crews were expected to provide medical treatment and transport the victim to a nearby hospital.
Victim information
At this time, the condition of the victim has not been officially released. Authorities have not confirmed the identity, age, or gender of the individual involved.
Suspect status
No information has been released regarding a suspect. It remains unclear whether the shooting involved a known suspect, multiple individuals, or if anyone is currently in custody.
Police have not yet stated whether the suspect is at large.