The homicide occurred near Route 8 Northbound in Bridgeport around 3:30 a.m., state police said. They were called the area after a 911 report of a shooting.
“Upon the arrival of troopers, a male was found suffering from a gunshot wound and was transported to an area hospital where he succumbed to injuries sustained during the course of this incident,” state police said. “The identity of this victim will not be released at this time.”