Randolph, Massachusetts – A tragic incident unfolded on Wednesday night in Randolph when a man was fatally shot outside a friend’s apartment. Deandre Jones, 32, was found sitting in a pickup truck with apparent gunshot wounds, as reported by the Norfolk District Attorney Michael Morrissey’s office. The Randolph police responded to a 911 call reporting gunshots near Highland Glen Drive and the Castle Village Condominiums around midnight.
Jones, a resident of Boston, was rushed to Good Samaritan Medical Center in Brockton where he succumbed to his injuries just after 1 a.m. Authorities suspect that Jones was specifically targeted in the attack and that the shooting was not a random act of violence. A thorough investigation, led by the State police and Randolph police, is currently underway to uncover the circumstances surrounding the tragic event.
Details about the motive behind the shooting remain unclear as authorities work tirelessly to gather evidence and process the crime scene. The vehicle involved in the incident has been impounded for forensic analysis at the Randolph Police Station. No arrests have been made in connection to the case, leaving investigators with an ongoing challenge to piece together the events leading up to the shooting.
An autopsy is scheduled to take place, shedding light on the exact cause of Jones’ death. The loss of life in this senseless act of violence has left the community in shock and mourning. Residents are urged to come forward with any information that may assist in bringing justice to the victim and closure to his family and friends. As the investigation progresses, authorities are determined to ensure that those responsible are held accountable for their actions.