A shooting event at 330 Cole Avenue in Williamstown, Massachusetts, on Sunday morning led to a lockdown at Williams College and a search for an armed individual.Officials indicated that the shooting took place at 10:15 a.m. and seemed to be a deliberate assault. At 12:39 p.m., a reverse 911 call from the Williamstown Police notified residents about the incident and the investigation still in progress. Authorities guaranteed the community that there was no wider danger.The reverse 911 notification indicated, “Currently, given the observed evidence, this seems to be a particular, targeted event. The general population is not at risk at this moment. “This [call] is intended solely for public awareness.” Williams College informed its community about the lockdown at 11:52 a.m. through email. The communication instructed students and staff to remain indoors and refuse entry to anyone without appropriate identification. Individuals off-campus were advised to stay away from college property.The email, endorsed by the college’s director of campus safety and emergency management, characterized the suspects as dangerous and armed. “The email mentioned that law enforcement is looking into the occurrence.” Updates were assured via the college’s website and official social media platforms. The lockdown prompted heightened security protocols on campus. The Campus Security Service of the college worked closely with the Williamstown Police Department. The investigation was also aided by the Massachusetts State Police.At the time of the report, no additional information was provided regarding the suspects or the victim.

Separate Fatal Shooting in WorcesterIn another event, officers in Worcester, Massachusetts, reacted to the deadly shooting of a 28-year-old man early on Monday, December 18. Officers were sent to Dorchester Street at approximately 2:30 a.m. after receiving reports of a man who had been shot inside a truck. Upon reaching the scene, they were led to the unresponsive victim inside the vehicle.Emergency personnel verified that the man had sustained a gunshot wound and rendered medical assistance. He was taken to a local hospital but was declared deceased. Officials withheld the victim's identity awaiting notification of relatives. The inquiry into the Worcester shooting is still in progress. Authorities have not revealed possible motives or details about the suspects.