Police in Newark requested EMS to the scene of a shooting that injured a male victim during the overnight hours.
The violent shooting episode happed around midnight near 100 Prince Street in the city's Central Ward.
Police say officers arrived at the scene after receiving reports of shots fired just before midnight.
Upon arrival, police found the victim suffering a bullet wound. He was transported to University Hospital for treatment and in an unconfirmed condition.
According to police, the suspect fled the scene and has not been captured.
The motive for the attack is under investigation.