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Woman found dead inside Spring Street apartment in Hartford, police investigating homicide

Hartford PD located evidence of gun fire and a female victim in her 50s. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Officials said the shooting appears to be targeted.

HARTFORD, Conn. — Police are investigating an untimely death on Monday evening.

Hartford PD responded to the area of Spring Street around 1 p.m. for a call about a woman who either overdosed or needed medical attention.

Upon their arrival, officers found evidence of gun fire and a woman with obvious signs of trauma, they said.

The victim, later identified as 53-year-old Catherine Hays, was pronounced dead on scene.

The death is being investigated as a homicide. It appeared to be a targeted incident, according to officials.

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Additional details were not immediately available, including info regarding a suspect. Police are asking for witnesses to come forward and residents in the area to check any surveillance video.

This story is developing. Check back for updates.

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The investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with any information regarding the case is asked to call the HPD Tip Line at 860-722-TIPS (8477).

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