Multiple rounds of gunfire that erupted in Newark's West Ward overnight sent at least two people to the hospital overnight.
Police responded to reports of multiple shooting victims in the 100 block of Telford Street shortly before 2:15 a.m. where they arrived to find two male victims suffering gunshot wounds to the legs. The victims were reportedly bleeding heavily and immediately rushed to University Hospital in Newark where they were said to be in serious condition but non-life threatening.
Police searched the area for a third victim while conducting an investigation in the 100 block of Smith Street where several shell casings were reportedly located.
A motive for the shooting and search for the suspect is being investigated by Newark Police.