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Police Investigate Afternoon Shooting That Seriously Injured One

Newark

Authorities  are on the search for the suspect/s that fired a weapon in the area of Frelinghuysen and Meeker Avenues, injuring one person. 

Reports of shots fired in the 400 block of Frelinghuysen Ave. sent police to the scene around 1 p.m. where a male victim was reportedly shot to the neck. EMS rushed the victim to University Hospital where he is said to be in serious condition. 

A dark colored vehicle (possibly a Nissan) was last seen fleeing the area shortly after the shooting. 

Newark Police are investigating.