Man Fatally Shot in Lawrence, MA
A 27-year-old man was fatally shot in Lawrence, Massachusetts, early this morning. Law enforcement officials are currently investigating the incident and have not yet released information about potential suspects or a motive.
The victim was identified as 27-year-old Hugo Delrosario of Lawrence. The fatal shooting took place at 154 Essex Street shortly after 2 a.m., according to the Essex County District Attorney's Office. An active investigation is being conducted by the Massachusetts State Police Detective Unit assigned to the DA's office and the Lawrence Police Department. As of their initial reports, authorities had not released information about a potential motive or any suspects. This incident adds to the city's violent crime statistics. Between 2019 and 2023, Lawrence recorded 25 homicides. The city's homicide rate is 2.3 per 100,000 residents, significantly higher than the national average of 0.5 per 100,000. Overall, the violent crime rate in Lawrence is slightly below the national average, but aggravated assaults occur at a higher rate. The city's crime rate is higher than 84% of other cities and towns in Massachusetts. The shooting occurred on a street known for being busy, with local business owners expressing shock at the incident. It happened in an area that hosts family festivals and is a hub of community activity during the day. In a separate incident in January 2026, Lawrence police responded to an apparent murder-suicide involving a 32-year-old male and a 30-year-old female, also on Essex Street.
