Massachusetts Pop-Up Party Shooting Leaves 8 Injured

Methuen police respond to chaotic scene; two victims in critical condition, no arrests made

Gunfire erupted at a car meetup in Methuen, injuring seven people and one more who fled the scene.
Victims, aged 17 to 22, were shot early Sunday morning during a gathering organized on social media.
Methuen Police Chief Scott McNamara emphasized ongoing efforts to monitor and prevent such events.
No suspects have been identified and no weapons recovered; police are investigating leads.
The incident follows other recent shootings in the region, including a fatality in Lynn.