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Shooting Victim Found at Paterson Hospital With Gunshot Wound to Chest

Paterson

By: Richard L. Smith 
 

Authorities in Paterson are investigating a shooting that left one person wounded Wednesday evening.

According to preliminary information, police were alerted shortly after 5 p.m. on October 21 after a gunshot victim arrived at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center seeking treatment.

 

Initial reports indicated that the victim suffered a gunshot wound to the chest.

 

Police were investigating a possible shooting scene near 136 Butler Street in Paterson.

 

The victim’s condition has not been confirmed, and authorities have not released information regarding a possible suspect or motive.

 

The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation.