Upon arrival, officers found a 20-year-old male victim suffering from a gunshot wound. He was immediately transported to a nearby trauma center, where he was pronounced deceased.

“You’re joining a family,” Fire Chief Jeffrey Bacon said, addressing the seven-person lineup who shared the spotlight with him at the podium. Bacon spoke of strong bonds and longstanding traditions held within the fire department, where members “learn, grow, and serve” in a successful career.

River police are investigating a Saturday afternoon shooting. According to Fall River police, officers are actively investigating a shooting incident in the 900 block of Rodman Street. The public is asked to avoid the area to allow officers to conduct work safely and effectively.

A man who was believed to be unhoused at the time of his death was discovered on Globe Mills Ave., prompting an investigation.

An investigation is underway after a 20-year-old man was shot and killed Saturday afternoon in Fall River. 12 News Reporter Lauren Brill has the latest.

Fall River police are investigating a shooting that happened on the 900 block of Rodman Street on Saturday. Around 1 p.m., a 12 News crew saw several police cruisers and an ambulance on scene, along with crime scene tape being put up in the area by officers.

One person has died in a shooting incident in Fall River Saturday afternoon.Earlier this afternoon, Fall River officers responded to the 900 block of Rodman Str