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BREAKING: Child Shot in Newark’s North Ward

Newark

Police are on the scene of a shooting with a child injured in Newark's North Ward at this time. 

According to on-the-scene reports, just before 1:15 p.m., gunfire rang out in the vicinity of 255 Broadway, prompting a police investigation. 

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Upon arrival, officers rated the area off after locating shell casing at that location. 

Police say a child, around 3-years-old, suffered a non-life-threatening graze wound after a gunman fired multiple times near a vehicle. 

The child’s father was also struck by gunfire. 

The victims were rushed to University Hospital in stable condition and in a private vehicle.  

They are expected to survive. 

This is an active and ongoing investigation being led by Newark Police. 

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