Two brothers were fatally shot inside a Hartford home on February 22, 2022, which was also Leon Kelly Sr.’s 46th birthday. Just before 6 p.m. that Tuesday, police responded to a Westminster Street residence and found Leon Kelly Sr., 46, and his older brother, Charles Kelly, 47, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Both men were taken to a nearby hospital and later pronounced dead.

Authorities classified the incident as a double homicide and said the shooting appeared to be a targeted attack. Officers worked the scene and temporarily closed the area around Westminster and Lyme streets. Police said they were searching for a suspect but did not release a description or name. No public announcement of an arrest has been made and investigators continue to seek information.

If anyone knew the Kelly brothers or has information about who might have carried out this attack, please contact the Hartford Police Department tip line.