Hamden police are investigating after an 18-year-old from New Haven was shot in the head on Arch Street last night.
According to police, the victim was walking to a party with several friends when he was shot in the back of the head.
It happened around 11:30 p.m. in the area of Dixwell Avenue and Bowen Street.
Police said the victim was transported to Yale-New Haven Hospital for treatment. The extent of his injuries is unknown.
Two cars were also damaged by the gunfire, according to police.
The Hamden Police Department Detective Division is investigating.
Anyone with information should contact Hamden police at 203-230-4040.
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