By: Jeff Sommes
Newark authorities are investigating a pre-dawn shooting incident that left a vehicle riddled with bullets in the city’s North Ward early Thursday morning.
According to preliminary reports, the incident unfolded around 12:55 a.m. in the vicinity of 289 North 6th Street.
Concerned residents alerted police after hearing several rounds of gunfire erupt in the neighborhood.
When officers arrived at the scene, they discovered a vehicle that bullets had struck. Fortunately, no one was inside the car at the time of the shooting, and no injuries were reported.
Police conducted a thorough canvas of the surrounding area to check for victims or additional damage, but none were found.
Authorities believe the suspect fled the scene in a gray or silver vehicle, though no arrests have been made.
The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and the case is under active investigation.
Residents with information about the incident are urged to contact the Newark Police Department’s tip line.