Newark police ask for public’s help identifying suspects in grafton avenue shooting

Newark police ask for public’s help identifying suspects in Grafton Avenue shooting

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February 15, 2026

NEWARK, NJ – Newark police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying several individuals connected to a late-morning shooting on Grafton Avenue near Broadway last month, authorities announced Thursday.

Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr., said officers responded around 11:45 a.m. on January 28 to reports of gunfire in the area. Responding units discovered shell casings and later found a man whose vehicle had been struck by bullets. The victim was not injured, though the hood of his car sustained visible damage.

Newark police ask for public’s help identifying suspects in grafton avenue shooting
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Detectives released images of multiple individuals who were seen with the suspected shooter moments before the gunfire erupted. Investigators believe identifying these people could be key to advancing the case.

Public urged to come forward

Newark police ask for public’s help identifying suspects in grafton avenue shooting
Photo: newark police ask for public’s help identifying suspects in grafton avenue shooting

Authorities are asking anyone who recognizes the individuals in the released images or who may have been in the area at the time to contact the Newark Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477).

  • Shooting occurred January 28 on Grafton Avenue near Broadway
  • Victim unharmed but vehicle struck by gunfire
  • Police released photos of persons of interest tied to the case

All tips are confidential and could lead to a cash reward.

Phil Stilton
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