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Bullets Strike House in Paterson Shots Fired Incident

Paterson

Police in Paterson detained two suspects who they believe fired shots in a section of the city overnight.

According to police, gunfire erupted in the vicinity of 270 19th Avenue, sending police to the scene at approximately 11:10 p.m.

When police arrived, they found evidence that a shooting occurred, but a brief search of the scene indicated no suspects.

Police say several bullets struck a house, but no one inside suffered injuries.

According to reports, police stopped a vehicle on Slayter Street and took two suspects into custody who they believe fired the shots in the residential community. Police say residents gave a description of the suspects and vehicle they occupied.

The motive for the shooting is under investigation.

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