Hall High School senior Camden Siegal passed away on Feb. 24 from injuries sustained in a shooting in Hartford on Feb. 22, that is now being investigated as a homicide.

By Ronni Newton

Hall High School senior Camden Siegal, 17, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 24, succumbing to the critical injuries sustained when he was caught in the crosshairs of a shooting that took place early Sunday morning on Ann Uccello Street in Hartford.

Hartford Police Lt. Aaron Boisvert said in a news release on Sunday that the shooting happened at approximately 1:49 a.m. on Feb. 22, in the vicinity of 181 Ann [Uccello] Street. That area is located just outside PeoplesBank Arena.

According to Hartford Police, the gunshot victim found at the scene was a 17-year-old male, who was unresponsive when police first arrived. He was “transported to an area hospital, where he is listed in extremely critical condition,” Boisvert said.

“It is with profound sadness that I share news of the passing of the Hall student who was tragically injured in a shooting incident in Hartford early Sunday morning. With the family’s permission, I share that Camden Siegal, Hall High School Class of 2026, a multi-sport athlete, a dedicated scholar, and a genuine friend to so many within the Titan community, passed away this afternoon, February 24th, 2026,” West Hartford Superintendent of Schools Paul Vicinus said in letter to the community late Tuesday afternoon that was shared with We-Ha.com.

“Our deepest sympathies are extended first and foremost to Camden’s family and loved ones, and also to his close friends, classmates, teachers, and all who knew and cared for him.”

In a letter to Hall families and caregivers late Tuesday afternoon, Principal Sarah Isaacs also shared the heartbreaking news and expressed her profound sadness.

“This loss is both devastating and deeply felt across our school community. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Camden’s family, friends, and all who loved him,” said Isaacs.

“As a school community, we hold Camden’s family in our hearts and wrap them in our collective care and compassion. As parents and caregivers, there is nothing that can truly prepare you for a tragedy like this. Please know that we are fully committed to supporting your children, our students, and one another, each and every day as we navigate and process this grief together. Grief is not linear, and the days and weeks ahead may bring a range of emotions. We will walk alongside our students in whatever ways they need, for as long as they need,” Isaacs said.

Although students did not have classes on Tuesday due to the snow, Hall High School was open from 3 to 5 p.m. for students or staff in need of support in coping with the tragedy, or who just wanted to be in community with others. “Resources remain available to Hall and Conard as well as others in the community who may be impacted by this tragic news. We did become aware that multiple students from across town may be impacted by this news and recognize the connections Camden created run deep in the community,” Vicinus said.

Isaacs said counseling support will be available at Hall during school hours in the Library Media Center beginning at 7:30 a.m., and will continue throughout the week. He will be honored during the Community session at Hall as well.

Additional onsite resources will be available for students and staff when schools reopen on Wednesday, and community resources are also available through 211 or 988, Vicinus said.

Services will be held at The Emanuel Synagogue, 160 Mohegan Drive, on Thursday, Feb. 26, beginning at 11 a.m. The service is open to all who wish to attend, and Rabbi David Small will officiate. It will also be live-streamed. A reception will follow immediately after the internment.

His obituary notes that Siegal, the son of Elizabeth Fisher and the late Erik Siegal of West Hartford, was an honor roll student who excelled in school and sports, and was a CCC All-Academic in soccer as a junior and senior, and in lacrosse as a junior. “He loved being on the field, whether playing soccer or lacrosse. For him, it was about teamwork, camaraderie and for the love of the game,” the obituary states.

“As a parent, I cannot begin to imagine the depth of loss the Siegal family is experiencing. On behalf of all of West Hartford Public Schools, I extend our most sincere condolences. Our collective thoughts and prayers remain with the family and all of us who are grieving this tragic loss. As a community, we will continue to lean on one another and remain present for one another in the days ahead,” Vicinus said.

“In the coming days, students may struggle with how to cope with such a loss. We have included resources that may be helpful in supporting your child at home. If you need additional guidance or support, please do not hesitate to contact Hall High School at 860-232-4561,” said Isaacs. The following are the available resources:

• Helping Children Cope with Loss (English and Spanish)
• Addressing Grief -National Association of School Psychologists

“As we come together to remember and honor Camden, let us continue to support one another with compassion, patience, and understanding. Hall’s strength has always been rooted in our collective care for one another. That care will guide us, and our children through the difficult days ahead,” Isaacs said.

On Tuesday the Hartford Police Department said they are now investigating the incident as a homicide, and identified Siegal as the victim. According to reports, he was not the intended target.

According to Hartford Police, there was a second victim, a male in his 20s, who also sustained injuries due to the incident and arrived by private vehicle at an area hospital. On Sunday he was “listed in critical but stable condition,” police said. There has been no update provided regarding that individual.

Hartford Police stated Tuesday that the investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with information is urged to contact the HPD Tip Line: 860-722-TIPS (8477), police said.

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