Fifth person arrested in Haverhill shooting incident

Evan Carlisle, 24, faces multiple charges including armed assault and firearm violations

Apr. 18, 2026 at 11:18pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a spent shell casing on a dark, textured surface, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash, conceptually illustrating the aftermath of a shooting incident.A recent wave of gun violence in Haverhill exposes the need for comprehensive solutions to address the underlying causes of criminal activity in the community.Haverhill Today

A 24-year-old Haverhill man named Evan Carlisle has been arrested and charged in connection with a shots fired incident that occurred in the area of Emerson Street and Welcome Street in Haverhill, Massachusetts. Carlisle is facing a long list of charges, including disorderly conduct, armed assault with intent to murder, intentional/reckless discharge of a firearm, conspiracy, and multiple firearm violations.

Why it matters

This latest arrest marks the fifth person taken into custody for this particular shooting incident, indicating an ongoing investigation into a potentially larger criminal network or gang activity in the Haverhill area. Violent crimes involving firearms are a major concern for local law enforcement and residents.

The details

According to police, Evan Carlisle was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct, three counts of armed assault with intent to murder, intentional/reckless discharge of a firearm into a dwelling, conspiracy, carrying a loaded firearm without a license, carrying a firearm without a license (second offense), and three counts of malicious damage to a motor vehicle. Carlisle was arraigned at Haverhill District Court.

  • The shooting incident occurred in the area of Emerson Street and Welcome Street in Haverhill, Massachusetts.

The players

Evan Carlisle

A 24-year-old resident of Haverhill, Massachusetts who was arrested and charged in connection with a shots fired incident in the city.

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What’s next

The investigation into this shooting incident is ongoing, and it is expected that additional arrests may be made as authorities continue to gather evidence and identify other suspects involved.

The takeaway

This arrest highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in addressing gun violence and gang-related crimes in certain neighborhoods. It also underscores the need for community-based solutions and interventions to address the root causes of such criminal activity.