4:13am–#Bridgeport, CT — May 12, 2013 — Detectives are investigating a fatal shooting this morning on Berkshire Avenue at Noble Avenue. The name of the victim is Robert Rivera, 22, of Bridgeport.

Police responded to the area at 4:13 a.m. today on a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers observed a silver Ford Fusion parked on Berkshire, just west of Noble. The vehicle had multiple bullet holes in its left, front window and door area. Inside the vehicle police found a male who was suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene by AMR personnel.

Detectives have a tentative identification on the victim. It is not yet being released pending verification and notification of his family. At this time, no motive has been established and detectives remain on scene.

By Stephen Krauchick

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