Published 5 hours ago • Updated 1 hour ago NBC Connecticut Officials said a man is dead after a motel shooting in Vernon this afternoon and police remain at the scene investigating. The shooting happened outside of the Motel 6 on Hartford Turnpike, according to officials. Download our mobile app for iOS or Android to get alerts for local breaking news and weather. Police told NBC Connecticut that a man in his 30s has died as a result of the shooting. His identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin. Officials said there is an active scene and a fire truck can be seen blocking a driveway that leads to several businesses and the motel. Several police cars are also in the area.