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Newark Man Fatally Shot in the South Ward

Newark

Essex County authorities are investigating the fatal shooting of Mr. James Westbrook-Daye, 25, of Newark.

According to the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office, on Thursday, March 31, police responded to the 200 block of Lehigh Avenue in the City of Newark on a report of a man being shot. 

When they arrived, they discovered Westbrook-Daye on the porch suffering from gunshot wounds. 

He was transported to University Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 7:02 pm.  

The investigation is active and ongoing. No arrests have been made.

 Anyone with information is asked to contact the Essex County Prosecutor's Office tips line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432.

Calls will be kept confidential.

 

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