Overview

• Lawrence police responded shortly after 2 a.m. to reports of a shooting at 154 Essex Street.
• Officers found a 27-year-old man who was pronounced dead at the scene.
• The Essex County district attorney's office confirmed the fatality and announced the probe.
• Authorities have not released the victim's name pending notification of relatives.
• Investigators indicated no additional information would be provided Saturday as the case remains active.