By: Richard L. Smith
Detectives in Linden are investigating a shots-fired incident that occurred late Friday night in a residential neighborhood.
According to preliminary information released by police, officers responded to the area of East 12th Street and South Wood Avenue at approximately 11:40 p.m. on June 5 after receiving reports of gunfire.
Investigators said unknown suspects fired multiple rounds in the area.
During the incident, a residence located in the 1200 block of Woodlawn Avenue, several blocks away, was struck by gunfire.
Authorities reported that no injuries were sustained.
Detectives do not believe the shooting was a random act of violence and said there is currently no known threat to the general public.
The investigation remains active and ongoing.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Dan Hemenway of the Linden Police Department at (908) 474-8532 or by email at dhemenway@lpdnj.org.