Arrest made in Encore shooting incident

  Steven Gonzalez, 33, of Peabody, has been arrested and charged with the December 1 shooting incident in the parking garage of Encore Boston Harbor.

  On the evening of December 1, members of the State Police Gaming Enforcement Unit and Everett Police Department responded to Encore to a report of shots fired. Although police were initially unable to locate Gonzalez, they allegedly found ballistic evidence identifying him as the shooter. Police also determined that Gonzalez fired “multiple rounds” stemming from an altercation with other individuals. No injuries were reported and police later learned that Gonzalez fled the casino on foot.

  Police obtained a warrant from Malden District Court charging Gonzalez with armed assault with intent to murder, discharging a firearm within 500 feet of a building, carrying a firearm without a license and unlawful possession of ammunition.

  The State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section, a U.S. Marshals Task Force and other law enforcement agencies reportedly gained intelligence indicating that Gonzalez was staying at an apartment in Salem. Shortly thereafter, police arrived at the residence and took Gonzalez into custody without incident.

  Under state law, Gonzalez, if convicted, could face up to 24 years in prison. The investigation remains ongoing.