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Large Fight Ends in Shots Fired in Newark's South Ward

Newark

By: Richard L. Smith 

Police dispersed a large crowd of individuals who participated in a physical confrontation resulting in shots fired in Newrak's South Ward Friday. 

The late-night incident happened around 11:40 p.m. near 244 Nye Avenue. 

Several police units responded to ShotSpotter activations in the area and when they arrived, officers found a large crowd attempting to flee the area. Police say a person armed with a gun began firing during the altercation. 

After cops searched the area, shell casings were found, but no injuries were reported. 

Authorities reported no arrests at this time. 

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