Police Search for a male suspect wanted in connection with a restaurant shooting that occurred last night.
Police say just before 9:30 p.m., a male entered Royal Fried Chicken, located at 236 South Orange Avenue, and shot a worker following a quarrel.
The suspect then fled on foot, heading north on Bergen Street.
The victim was transported to University Hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries.
Detectives investigating this incident seek the public’s help in quickly identifying the suspect as part of this investigation.
The suspect is described as wearing a black T-shirt, dark-colored shorts, red sneakers and carrying a gray and black checkered backpack.
Director Ambrose urges anyone with information about this suspect to call the Division's 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477).
All anonymous Crime Stopper tips are kept confidential and could result in a reward.