Police closed off the area near the Brewer Water Fountain on Boston Common after they said a man was shot Monday evening.
Officers responding to the Common for a report of five shots fired found an adult man in his 30s with at least one gunshot wound to the back, according to Boston police.
The victim was transported to an area hospital. His condition is unknown at this time.
Authorities say they have arrested one person, but it is unclear if he is considered a suspect.
Homicide detectives are on scene and Boston Police Crime Scene units are investigating.
No further information was immediately available.
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