ROCKLAND, Mass. — A man was shot and killed in a Rockland neighborhood late Tuesday night, prompting a swift investigation by local law enforcement. The authorities have identified the victim as 29-year-old Darnel Andre, a resident of Rockland.
Police received a 911 call reporting gunfire around 9:35 p.m. near 75 Deering Square. Upon their arrival, first responders found Andre inside his parked vehicle, suffering multiple gunshot wounds. He was immediately transported to South Shore Hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
Witnesses at the scene reported seeing a thin man dressed in black fleeing the area around the time of the shooting. This detail has become a significant lead in the ongoing investigation.
In the hours following the incident, Rockland Police, assisted by Hingham Police and Massachusetts State Police, conducted an extensive search in the vicinity. Utilizing a state police airwing, drones, and K-9 units, the search efforts aimed at locating the suspect were unsuccessful.
Officials believe the shooting was targeted, suggesting that Andre may have been specifically targeted rather than being a random victim. Investigators are continuing to piece together the circumstances surrounding the incident as they urge anyone with information to come forward.
The investigation remains active, with authorities promising updates as new information becomes available. Community members are left shaken by the incident, prompting discussions about safety in the neighborhood. As the investigation unfolds, local residents are being reminded of the importance of reporting any suspicious activity to the police.