Hampden District Attorney Anthony D. Gulluni has identified the victim in a fatal shooting that occurred Friday night in Springfield.
At approximately 11:30 p.m. on Friday, June 26, 2026, Springfield Police officers responded to the 100 block of Lebanon Street following a ShotSpotter activation. When officers arrived, they located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to Baystate Medical Center, where he later succumbed to his injuries Saturday morning.
Authorities have identified the victim as Alexander Pulinario, 18, of Springfield.
A second adult male was also injured in the shooting and was privately transported to Baystate Medical Center. Officials say his injuries are not considered life-threatening.
The incident remains under active investigation by the Springfield Police Homicide Unit, under the direction of Captain Trent Duda, in coordination with the Hampden District Attorney’s Murder Unit.
Officials are asking anyone with information to contact Springfield Police Detectives at 413-787-6355 or submit an anonymous tip by texting CRIMES (274637) and typing SOLVE followed by the information.
Hampden District Attorney Anthony D. Gulluni extended condolences to the victim’s family as the investigation continues.
