Newark Police responded to a call of multiple shots fired in the area of Toler Place near the Logan Hall halfway house today.
Authorities said at approximately 6:45 a.m., responding officers found two victims who had been shot at that location.
One victim is a work release inmate who was heading to work.
Both victims were transported to an area hospital and are listed in stable condition.
A parked gray 2003 4-door Lincoln LS was also struck by multiple gunshots authorities said.
“This shooting was not a random act,” stated Newark Public Safety Director Anthony F. Ambrose.
“The investigation is active an ongoing.”
No additional information is available at this time.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to call the Department's 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477) or 1-877-NWK-GUNS (1-877-695-4867).
All anonymous Crime Stopper tips are kept confidential and could result in a reward.