Crime & Safety

Teenage Victim Killed In Essex County Shooting, Police Investigation Continues

The fatal shooting took place on a busy street in New Jersey's largest city.

NEWARK, NJ — A teenage victim died in a shooting on the 700-block of Broad Street in Newark on Monday night, authorities say.

According to the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office, police responded to the site of the fatal shooting at 8:12 p.m.

The victim, Naim Brewer, 18, of Newark, sustained multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken to University Hospital and pronounced dead at 9:14 p.m.

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A police investigation into the shooting continues. Authorities said anyone with information can contact the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Tips Line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432.

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