Wilmington Police Chief Joseph Desmond commends the swift and professional response of officers who were dispatched to a shots fired incident in the early hours of Saturday, July 1st. The incident took place at approximately 2 am at 100 Research Dr, an industrial park within the town.
Upon receiving reports of shots being fired between motor vehicles, Wilmington Police immediately deployed officers to the scene. Upon arrival, officers discovered an alarming situation with approximately 40 vehicles still on the premises, displaying evidence of numerous shots having been fired. The shooters had fled the scene before law enforcement’s arrival.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of this incident. As of now, no firearms have been recovered. The Wilmington Police Department is actively investigating the situation to determine the motive and identify the individuals involved.
Chief Desmond would like to express his gratitude to the Massachusetts State Police and Andover Police Department for their invaluable assistance in handling this complex and challenging incident. The collaboration among law enforcement agencies underscores the commitment to maintaining public safety in the region.
Chief Desmond stated, “I want to commend the response of our officers, who handled an extremely chaotic scene with professionalism and efficiency. I also want to thank our Dispatchers who provided invaluable assistance to those officers. Our top priority is the safety and well-being of our community, and incidents like this highlight the dedication and courage of our law enforcement personnel.”
The Wilmington Police Criminal Bureau is seeking the assistance of the public in this ongoing investigation. If anyone has any information related to the incident, they are urged to contact the Wilmington Police Criminal Bureau at 978-558-5071.