Newark police seek assistance in locating man for shooting inquiry

Newark Police Seek Assistance in Locating Man for Shooting Inquiry

December 11, 2023
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NEWARK, NJ – Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé is requesting public assistance in locating Daquan Mccormick, 34, for questioning related to a shooting on Friday morning.

The shooting occurred around 12:12 a.m. in the 300 block of South Orange Avenue. Responding officers found six 9mm cartridges, a set of keys, and a black jacket at the scene. Mccormick is described as 5’11” tall, weighing over 250 pounds, with brown eyes, brown hair, and a medium complexion.

Newark police seek assistance in locating man for shooting inquiry
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Director Fragé emphasizes the importance of public support and encourages anyone with information on Mccormick’s whereabouts to contact the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477). Confidentiality is assured for all anonymous tips, which may be eligible for a reward.

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