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ALERT: Suspect Wanted for Firing Shots in Newark’s South Ward

Police officials in Newark request the public's help in identifying a male suspect wanted in connection with discharging a firearm within the city on Wednesday, September 22.

Police said just after 4:30 p.m., police responded to the area of Chadwick Avenue, near Clinton Avenue, on a call of shots fired.

Responding officers observed evidence of gunfire, but no victims have been located.

According to Newark Police, detectives investigating this incident obtained photos of the below suspect and seek the public's help in quickly identifying him as part of their investigation.

Director O'Hara 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.