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Update: Victim identified in deadly shooting in Lawrence overnight

LAWRENCE, Mass. — A 38-year-old man is dead after an overnight shooting in Lawrence.

Luis Mendez of Lawrence succumbed to his injuries early Monday morning. The shooting happened in the Market Street area, according to a statement from the Essex County District Attorney’s office.

Police responded to that area just before 2:00 a.m. When they arrived on the scene, they found the Mendez suffering from gunshot wounds.

He was rushed to Lawrence General Hospital where he died.

There have been no arrests. The district attorney’s office says investigators do not believe this was a random act of violence.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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