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20-Year-Old Newark Shooting Suspect Arrested

Newark

Authorities announced the arrest of 20-year-old Anderson Moronta, wanted by the Newark Police Shooting Response Team for a shooting that occurred on Feb.11th.

Police said detectives developed evidence identifying Moronta as the suspect in this shooting; a warrant for his arrest was issued on charges of Aggravated Assault, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose and Contempt.

Major Crimes detectives arrested Moronta today without incident.

Police said this is an ongoing investigation.

Anyone with information about this suspect to call the Department's 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477) or 1-877-NWK-GUNS (1-877-695-4867).  All anonymous Crime Stopper tips are kept confidential and could result in a reward.

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