West Hartford Police responded to a report of gunfire on New Park Avenue on Thursday afternoon.

By Ronni Newton

Police were dispatched to the area of 449 New Park Avenue at approximately 3:57 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025 in response to a report that shots had been fired, Capt. Aaron Vafiades said.

According to Vafiades, officers arriving at the scene did find evidence of gunfire, and said there was damage to the building at 449 New Park Avenue, which is home to New Park Wheels and Tires. The property is located just north of Flatbush Avenue.

449 New Park Avenue. Town of West Hartford website image

Vafiades said there are no reports of “injuries or victims” as a result of the shots fired.

New Park Avenue between Flatbush Avenue and Prospect Avenue is closed to traffic while the active investigation of the incident continues.

This is a developing story and will be updated so please check back with We-Ha.com.

Anyone with information related to this investigation is asked to contact police at 860-523-5203, or via the anonymous tip line 860-570-8969 or email [email protected].

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