Gunfire on the beach leaves one dead at the jersey shore

Gunfire on the beach leaves one dead at the Jersey Shore

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June 13, 2025
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LONG BRANCH, NJ — Authorities are investigating the shooting death of a man found Thursday night near the shoreline at Pier Village, according to Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago.

At approximately 8:58 p.m., Long Branch Police responded to reports of gunfire in the beach area between the shoreline and the boardwalk. Officers arriving at the scene located an adult male suffering from a single gunshot wound.

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The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. His identity has not yet been released.

The Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Bureau and Long Branch Police Department are conducting a joint investigation into the circumstances of the shooting.

Law enforcement officials stated that the incident appears to be isolated and emphasized that there is no ongoing threat to the public.

The investigation remains active as authorities continue to gather information surrounding the fatal shooting near Pier Village.

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