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Hartford Funeral Erupts in Violence, Leaving Two Injured

Police recover firearms and investigate a family dispute that escalated into a shooting and stabbing during a church service.

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Overview

  • A family argument at a funeral in Hartford's Gospel Lighthouse Apostolic Church escalated into a violent melee, injuring two people.
  • One victim suffered a non-life-threatening gunshot wound, while another was treated for a non-life-threatening stab wound.
  • Approximately 150 mourners were present during the incident, which involved gunfire both inside and outside the church.
  • Hartford Police responded to multiple 911 calls, secured the scene, and recovered two firearms as part of their ongoing investigation.
  • The Hartford Police Major Crimes and Crime Scene Divisions are actively interviewing witnesses and gathering evidence to determine the events leading up to the violence.