The alleged gunman also died after being shot by Winthrop police, Massachusetts State Police Spokesman Dave Procopio said in an email to The Associated Press.
Original report: According to a news release, police in Winthrop, Massachusetts, received reports that a large truck had crashed into a building, followed by shots fired, at about 2:41 p.m.
A gunman was identified by police, and Delahanty confirmed that police fired shots at the person.
Earlier, John Guilfoil, head of a public relations agency hired by local cities and towns, tweeted that “We are confirming a mass casualty incident in Winthrop per @Winthroppolice.
Earlier, the Winthrop Police Department tweeted that there was an “active crime scene in town,” but did not elaborate.
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