Two men were shot in Cambridge, Massachusetts on Monday when Tyler Brown, armed with an assault-style rifle, opened fire along Memorial Drive. Authorities praised a state trooper and a Marine veteran for their bravery in responding to the active shooter situation.
Key Takeaways
Two men were shot by Tyler Brown during an active shooter situation on Memorial Drive in Cambridge. A state trooper and a Marine veteran are being hailed as heroes for their actions. Brown was previously convicted of attempting to shoot police officers and had been released from prison earlier this year.
- Two victims injured but expected to recover fully
- State trooper and Marine veteran subdued the shooter
- Suspect identified as Tyler Brown, with a prior criminal record
- Over 60 rounds fired during the incident
- Brown is expected to face multiple charges
The Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan expressed cautious optimism that both victims will make full recoveries. The two men were taken to hospitals with life-threatening injuries after Brown fired upwards of 60 rounds, striking at least a dozen vehicles according to multiple reports. Authorities remain amazed no one was killed in the incident.
The shooter, identified as 46-year-old Tyler Brown, was shot and wounded by the responding state trooper and the Marine veteran. He is currently under police custody in a hospital's intensive care unit according to UPI. Videos from witnesses showed Brown walking down Memorial Drive firing his rifle at about 1:30 p.m.
Brown has a criminal history, including a conviction for attempting to shoot Boston Police officers in the South End. He was released from prison in May of this year and had been under supervision according to UPI. Authorities expect to charge Brown with two counts of armed assault with intent to murder and firearms offenses.
The Marine veteran not only engaged the gunman but also helped evacuate people by knocking on windows and directing them away from danger, as reported by CBS News. The trooper and civilian were unharmed during the confrontation according to Fox News.
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