Update, April 13:
Davidson family welcomes baby girl, Mikaela Jane Davidson: http://t.co/f1ApD2isMy
— Brigham and Women’s (@BrighamWomens) April 13, 2015
Earlier: On Tuesday, Jan. 20, shortly after 11 a.m., it was reported that shots were fired at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. It’s confirmed that one person was hit twice and sustained life-threatening injuries. No detailed information about the victim will be immediately released. The gunman has been identified as Stephen Pasceri, 55, of Milbury.
Update: The brother of gunman Stephen Pasceri, Gregory, told the Boston Globe that the Pasceri thought the medication his mother was taking while under the watch of Dr. Davidson “had toxic side effects.” Though Boston Police have yet to disclose a motive for Pasceri, it’s thought this was a catalyst. Pasceri’s mother passed away in November. Gregory said the death of their mother “destroyed” Pasceri.
Update: The victim, identified by police as Dr. Michael J. Davidson, director of endovascular cardiac surgery at the hospital, died of his wounds late Tuesday. Brigham & Women’s issued a statement calling Davidson “a wonderful and inspiring cardiac surgeon who devoted his career to saving lives and improving the quality of life of every patient he cared for.” The Boston Globe has a report on his death.
Boston Police Commissioner Bill Evans said at around 11:07 a.m. the department received reports of shots fired. The suspect “who we believe” to be the shooter, entered the hospital on the second floor asking for this surgeon in particular.
The suspect was found dead from what appeared to be self-inflicted gunshot wounds, police said. Pasceri, described as 6-feet tall, wearing glasses, a blue sweater and beige khakis, was found inside an exam room with the gun beside him, according to police.
Commissioner Evans said the shooting was not a random act of violence, but planned scheme. It’s unclear at this time, however, what the motive behind the shooting was. The BPD was able to ID the suspect, but his information has yet to be released.
“It was a great response, not only from my officers but the hospital,” said Commissioner Evans. Brigham and Women’s staff have trained in active shooter situations prior. “At this time there is not a threat out there. The area is secure. We’re looking at a possible motive.”
The Boston Police Department will be charged with handling the investigation and we’ll be sure to keep you updated once more information has been made publicly available. BPD brought the scene under control within 15 minutes time.
NEW: #WBZ sources ID surgeon shot at Brigham & Women’s Hosp. as Dr. Michael Davidson of #Wellesley. Watch WBZ at 5pm pic.twitter.com/m96C0Ra4jd
— Peter Wilson (@PetesWire) January 20, 2015
Police identify Brigham and Women’s shooter as Stephen Pasceri of Millbury. Family asking for privacy #wcvb
— John Atwater (@AtwaterWCVB) January 20, 2015
BWH Security & Boston Police confirm that active shooter situation is under control. Hospital operations are back to normal.
— Brigham and Women’s (@BrighamWomens) January 20, 2015
Motive #BrighamAndWomensHospital shooting: sources: suspects mother died a month ago. Suspect returned to hospital today #7news
— Cheryl Fiandaca (@CherylFiandaca) January 20, 2015
#BREAKING: @CherylFiandaca reporting shooting suspect is dead.
— Ryan Schulteis (@RyanSchulteis) January 20, 2015
#BPDCommunityAlert: BPD confirming 1 person shot at BWH. Injuries life threatening.Suspect in custody.Gun recovered.Situation under control.
— Boston Police Dept. (@bostonpolice) January 20, 2015
The situation at BWH is under control. Boston Police have assured us that the hospital is safe.
— Brigham and Women’s (@BrighamWomens) January 20, 2015
UPDATE: Brigham And Women’s Hospital says they’ve been assured by police that the hospital is safe. http://t.co/6mlY5EFtbp
— WBZ Boston News (@cbsboston) January 20, 2015
Shooting victim @BrighamWomens reportedly a cardiac surgeon. Reported earlier he has life-threatening injuries http://t.co/OqXIlGzqtF #wbz
— Nicole Jacobs (@NicoleJacobsWBZ) January 20, 2015
RT @bostonpolice: #BPDMediaAlert: Info relative to media availability at Brigham & Women’s Hospital will be available shortly.
— Dustin Fitch (@DustinGFitch) January 20, 2015
#BPDCommunityAlert: Suspect in Brigham & Women’s shooting in custody. Hospital not in lock down. Situation under control.
.@BostonPolice: Victim in @BrighamWomens hospital shooting has life-threatening injuries. #BREAKING http://t.co/xIquocaPsm
— WCVB-TV Boston (@WCVB) January 20, 2015
— Boston Police Dept. (@bostonpolice) January 20, 2015
#MBTA #GreenLine E Branch: Update: Regular service resuming between Brigham Circle & Heath St
— MBTA (@MBTA) January 20, 2015
Live video from Sky 5 over @BrighamWomens hospital in #Boston for reported shooting. http://t.co/xIquocaPsm pic.twitter.com/qJrxq9hpIX
— WCVB-TV Boston (@WCVB) January 20, 2015
#BPDCommunityAlert: BPD confirming one person shot inside Brigham & Women’s Hospital. Suspect has been located & in custody.
— Boston Police Dept. (@bostonpolice) January 20, 2015
RT @MassStatePolice: #MAtraffic: There are road closures in area of #BrighamWomens. Expect delays/detours in area.
— 7News Boston (@7News) January 20, 2015
The v breaking scene at Brigham and Women’s #fox25 pic.twitter.com/vxZxMnxoaj
— Scott Tetreault (@BostonNewsMan) January 20, 2015
Hearing BPD has one person in custody for alleged shooting at #BrighamWomens. BPD is primary agency. MSP is assisting them.
— Dustin Fitch (@DustinGFitch) January 20, 2015
#BPDCommunityAlert: Suspect in Brigham & Women’s shooting in custody. Hospital not in lock down. Situation under control.