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Police Identify Man Killed Sunday in Paterson

Paterson New Jersey

Police have identified man killed Sunday night as a 24-year-old Paterson man.

At approximately 10:17 p.m., police responded to the corner of Rosa Parks Boulevard and Warren Street for a report of shots fired. 

Upon arrival, police found John Williams, 24, wounded by gunshots. He was transported to St. Joseph's Medical Center, where he died from his injuries.

A second victim, another 24-year-old city man, was transported to the hospital with minor injuries.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Paterson Police Major Crimes Division at (973) 321-1120.