By: Richard L. Smith
Essex County authorities reported that the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force is investigating the fatal shooting of Mr. Eddie Boykins, 52, of Newark.
Spokesman Robert Florida said on July 27, at 6:11 p.m., police were notified of a shooting on the 300 block of Wainwright Street in Newark.
Police found Boykins outside at that location suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
He was pronounced dead at the scene at 6:35 p.m.
The investigation is active and ongoing.
No arrests have been made. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office tips line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432.
Calls will be kept confidential.