New Haven, CT — The New Haven Police Department has identified the two men killed in a shooting on Monday afternoon on Dickerman Street as 26-year-old Daiquan Hyman of East Haven and 32-year-old Ernest Williams of New Haven.
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Authorities reported that Hyman was rushed to a nearby hospital shortly after the shooting but was pronounced dead soon after arrival. Williams, who also sustained critical injuries, was hospitalized and later succumbed to his wounds that evening. Police have classified the incident as a double homicide.
Investigators say the shooting began with a verbal altercation between several men that escalated into a physical confrontation before gunfire broke out. Officials have not disclosed the number of individuals directly involved or whether any suspects have been identified.
The incident occurred around 2:12 p.m. in the 70 block of Dickerman Street, a residential area in New Haven. Officers arrived quickly after reports of gunfire and found both men unresponsive at the scene. Despite immediate medical attention, both victims died from their injuries.
The shooting has left the community shaken and underscores ongoing concerns about gun violence in New Haven. Police are reviewing witness statements, surveillance footage, and other evidence to determine the motive and hold those responsible accountable.
Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact New Haven detectives at 203-946-6304 or use the anonymous tip line at 866-888-TIPS (8477), stressing that even seemingly small details could be crucial to the investigation.
As the city mourns the loss of Hyman and Williams, families, friends, and neighbors are grappling with the sudden tragedy. Community leaders are calling for calm, cooperation, and unity to prevent further violence and ensure justice for the victims.