WINTHROP — On Sunday, May 24, 2026, at approximately 8:37 a.m., the Metro North Regional Emergency Communications Center received multiple calls reporting a disturbance at the apartment building located at 26 Beacon Street.
According to Winthrop Police Chief John Goodwin, initial reports indicated that a verbal argument was taking place and that a firearm may have been involved.
“Officers responded immediately and located an adult female suffering from a gunshot wound,” Chief Goodwin said. “Officers and emergency personnel rendered medical aid on scene before the victim was transported by ambulance to a local hospital with what appeared to be serious, life-threatening injuries.”
Following an on-scene investigation, Winthrop police detained one person of interest for questioning.
Winthrop police secured the scene and notified Massachusetts State Police detectives assigned to the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office.
“At this time, investigators believe the incident was not random and that the individuals involved are known to one another,” Chief Goodwin said. “There is no danger to the public.”
The investigation remains active and ongoing.
Chief Goodwin said further inquiries should be directed to the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office.
