After a week-long manhunt, the suspect in a deadly shooting at an illegal gambling club in Bridgeport has finally turned himself in to authorities. The shooting, which took place in the early hours of last Sunday morning, left three people dead and four others injured.
The suspect, identified as 27-year-old Marcus Johnson, walked into the Bridgeport Police Department accompanied by his attorney late Friday night. Johnson is facing multiple charges, including three counts of murder, four counts of attempted murder, and various firearms-related offenses.
The shooting occurred at a makeshift gambling club located in a rundown warehouse on the outskirts of Bridgeport. According to witnesses, the club was filled with people playing card games and shooting dice when an argument broke out between Johnson and another patron. The altercation quickly escalated into a violent shootout, with multiple shots fired in the crowded space.
The victims of the shooting have been identified as 34-year-old John Smith, 42-year-old Maria Sanchez, and 28-year-old James Brown. All three were pronounced dead at the scene. The four injured individuals were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, with two still in critical condition.
Authorities have been working tirelessly to track down Johnson since the shooting occurred, following up on tips and leads from the community. Bridgeport Police Chief Michael O’Connor commended the efforts of his team and the assistance of the public in bringing Johnson to justice.
“We are relieved to have the suspect in custody and are confident that he will face the full weight of the law for his actions,” Chief O’Connor stated. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims during this difficult time.”
Johnson is scheduled to appear in court on Monday for his arraignment. Meanwhile, the investigation into the shooting and the illegal gambling club is ongoing, as authorities work to determine if there are any additional suspects involved.
The deadly shooting has shaken the tight-knit community of Bridgeport, with residents calling for an end to illegal gambling operations in the city. Local leaders are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward and assist in bringing closure to the families of the victims.
As the city mourns the loss of three lives, there is hope that justice will be served and that incidents like this will never happen again in Bridgeport.
