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Newark Police Investigate Shots Fired Incident in South Ward Community

Newark

By: Jeff Sommes 

Police in Newark are investigating a shooting incident that occurred Saturday evening in the city's South Ward.Officers were dispatched to the teen block of Lisa Court near Fabyan Place shortly before 5:30 p.m. after receiving an initial call for a burglary in progress. 

Upon arrival, police discovered evidence that a shooting had taken place at the location.

A Crime Scene Unit was called in to assist detectives in securing the area and collecting evidence. 

While shell casings or other signs of gunfire were found, no injuries were reported in connection with the incident.

The motive behind the shooting has not yet been disclosed, and no arrests have been made. 

Newark police continue to investigate and urge anyone with information to come forward.