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BREAKING NEWARK: Man Already Wanted for Newark Murder, Shoots at Another Man, Multiple Times Overnight

Newark

A $300,000.00 warrant has been issued for Quadree Richardson, Jr., 18, of Newark in connection with an Aggravated Assault on Friday, in the area of 11th Avenue and South 8th Street police said.

According to police, at approximately 11:02 p.m., officers responded to a call of shots fired in the area.

When they arrived, a 28-year old male victim was found shot at multiple times police said.

As part of an intense investigation, detectives determined that Quadree Richardson, Jr. is a suspect in this shooting.

The Honorable Dion J. Williams, J.M.C., has issued an arrest warrant for Richardson on charges of Aggravated Assault, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, Possession of a Weapon for Unlawful Purposes and Criminal Mischief.

Public Safety Director Anthony F. Ambrose urges anyone with information about Quadree Richardson, Jr. 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.