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Gunfire Strikes Vehicle, House in Newark's West Ward

Newark New Jersey

Police are on the scene of shots fired reports in the 100 block Smith Street in the city's West Ward at this time. 

A vehicle and a house has reportedly been struck by bullets at around 6:19 p.m.

Police have a crime scene established where multiple shell casings have been located. 

There are no injuries reported. 

UPDATE: This was two vehicle shooting at each other. Police are looking for a 4-door red 2014 Hyundai Elantra last seen southbound on Smith Street near South Orange Ave. 

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