By: Richard L. Smith
Detectives are investigating a double shooting that occurred Tuesday evening in Newark’s South Ward.
According to preliminary reports, two gunshot victims arrived separately at Beth Israel Hospital and University Hospital, seeking treatment for their injuries.
Investigators said the victims reported that the shooting took place near Ridgewood Avenue and Avon Avenue shortly before they entered the hospitals.
Officers responding to the area located a crime scene, though no additional injuries were reported.
The conditions of the victims have not been released, and the motive behind the shooting remains under investigation.
Authorities are continuing to gather evidence, and the investigation is ongoing.