By: Richard L. Smith
The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office is leading the investigation into a deadly shooting that took place Saturday afternoon in Jersey City.
According to preliminary details released by the prosecutor’s office, the incident happened around 4:10 p.m. when police and EMS responded to reports of a crash at the intersection of Merritt Street and Old Bergen Road.
Upon arrival, authorities found a vehicle that had crashed into a fence, with one person inside.
As officers checked the vehicle, they discovered the victim had suffered trauma to the neck and was bleeding heavily.
A shell casing was also recovered at the scene, confirming that the victim had been shot.
The victim was rushed to Jersey City Medical Center, where they were pronounced dead shortly after arrival. Their identity has not yet been released.
Investigators say no other vehicles were involved in the crash, and no additional injuries were reported.
The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Further updates will be provided as more details emerge.