Newark, NJ – Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé has requested public assistance in identifying suspects involved in a shooting incident that took place this past Saturday.
At around 8:51 p.m. on Saturday, Newark Police responded to a report of gunfire on Dickerson Street near Hecker Street. Upon arrival, officers found no victims but discovered that both a parked vehicle and a residential building had been struck by bullets.
The investigation revealed that two individuals on a scooter headed southbound on Hecker Street engaged in an argument with others in the area. The passenger on the scooter dismounted, drew a firearm from his waistband, and began firing shots at the individuals.
Director Fragé urges anyone with information regarding the identity of the suspects to contact the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477). All tips can remain anonymous, are confidential, and may result in a reward. Anonymous tips can also be submitted via the Police Division’s website: https://npd.newarkpublicsafety.orgNewark.
Photos related to the incident can be viewed on the Newark