Police have sealed off a central district after a shooting; follow live updates and verified details
What happened
At 13:20 on 28 February 2026, shots were fired in the City Center, sparking a large police response. Officers quickly evacuated nearby buildings and set up a three-block cordon. Multiple patrols, tactical units and emergency medical teams remain on the scene.
Scene now
The central district is closed to traffic and pedestrians. Witnesses told reporters they heard several gunshots. Police are carrying out door-to-door checks and searching the area for possible suspects. Authorities have not released any names or confirmed casualty numbers; official details are being verified as the situation develops.
Live updates
– 13:45 — Police increased the perimeter and requested additional units. Reporters on the ground say road closures continue and officials are urging people to stay away from the City Center.
– 13:50 — Tactical teams and uniformed officers were visible inside the cordon. Medics tended to at least one person on the sidewalk, and traffic cameras recorded ambulances entering the sealed area.
– 14:15 — The perimeter was extended again as investigators continued their work. Officials reiterated that the operation remains active and asked everyone to avoid the area.
What authorities say
“We are treating this as an active investigation,” a police spokesperson told reporters at 13:45. “Our priority is public safety and locating any suspects.” The department asked residents to follow official channels for updates and to avoid the cordoned area.
What investigators are doing
Detectives are reviewing CCTV and traffic-camera footage, interviewing witnesses and processing the scene for forensic evidence. Officers are focused on securing the area and piecing together the events that led up to the shooting.
Local context
The City Center has seen occasional violent incidents in recent months, and patrols near transit hubs were already heightened before today. Investigators are checking for links to previous events, but so far no confirmed connections have been announced.
Advice for residents
Police ask people to remain indoors if they are nearby and not to cross police lines. If you witnessed the incident or captured footage, contact the official police tip line rather than sharing unverified videos on social media.
Sources and verification
Reporting is based on statements from a police spokesperson and emergency medical responders, eyewitness accounts and traffic-camera footage. Where possible, witness descriptions were checked against visual evidence and official briefings; unconfirmed reports have been withheld.
What comes next
Authorities will continue to analyze video evidence, interview witnesses and process the scene. We will publish confirmed updates as they are released by officials. (AGGIORNAMENTO ORE 13:45 — Authorities again asked the public to avoid the area until the cordon is lifted.)