Passaic County Officials Investigate Late-Night Shooting on Central Avenue

By: Tracie Carter 

Authorities in Passaic County are investigating a shooting that left one person injured late Tuesday night in the city of Passaic.

Police were dispatched to the area of 31 Central Avenue shortly before 11:40 p.m. after receiving reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, officers found an unidentified individual suffering from a graze wound.

Emergency medical personnel treated the victim at the scene. 

The injury was not reported to be life-threatening.

According to initial reports, a masked suspect riding a scooter is believed to have fired at least one shot in the direction of the victim. It is unclear at this time whether the individual was the intended target.

Police secured the area, collected evidence, and began an active investigation, which remains ongoing. 

As of Wednesday morning, no arrests have been made. 

Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact Passaic police.