Three Shot in Paterson Shooting Including 79-Year-Old

PATERSON, NJ- The Paterson Police Department is investigating a shooting that took place on Sunday afternoon.

Officers responded to reports of gunshots in the area of Clinton Street and North Main Street. Upon arrival, they found three men: a 79-year-old, a 29-year-old, and a 26-year-old, all suffering from gunshot wounds.

Their wounds were not fatal. All three victims were immediately transported to Saint Joseph’s University Medical Center.

This shooting is still being investigated.

The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office asks anyone with additional information about this incident to contact us on our tips line at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org or contact the Paterson Police Ceasefire Unit at 973-321-1342.