Newark mass shooting leaves 2 dead, including 10-year-old boy
A tragic mass shooting in Newark, New Jersey has left two people dead, including a 10-year-old boy, and three others wounded. The incident took place around 7 p.m. on Saturday, with a 21-year-old woman succumbing to her injuries. An 11-year-old boy and two men, aged 19 and 60, are currently in stable condition following the attack.
Both of the deceased victims were rushed to University Hospital after the shooting occurred. Newark Mayor Ras Baraka has issued a statement urging the gunman responsible for the violence to surrender. The Mayor also expressed his condolences for the death of a 2-year-old who tragically fell out of a window in the city earlier on the same day.
The shooter unleashed a barrage of bullets on the 300 block of Chancellor Avenue, leaving behind at least 17 evidence markers at the crime scene. Authorities are actively investigating the incident and are appealing to the public for any information that may help in solving the case. Anyone with details is encouraged to contact the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Tips Line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432.
The community of Newark is reeling from the devastating events that unfolded on that fateful day. Mayor Ras Baraka has described it as a “dark and devastating day” for the city, as the residents come to terms with the loss of innocent lives. The tragic shooting serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing issue of gun violence in our society, highlighting the urgent need for stricter gun control measures and improved community safety initiatives.
