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Police Investigate Early-Morning Shooting in Passaic

Passaic

By: Richard L. Smith 

Authorities are investigating a Saturday morning shooting in Passaic after gunfire was reported in a neighborhood, though no victims were immediately located, officials said.

According to police, the incident occurred around 3:10 a.m. in the 20 block of Parker Avenue. 

Officers responded to reports of shots fired and, upon arrival, found at least one shell casing and other evidence confirming that gunfire had occurred.

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Police canvassed the area but did not locate any suspects or victims. 

Out of caution, regional hospitals were advised to be on alert for any potential walk-in gunshot victims.

As of 4:30 a.m., no injuries had been reported. The incident remains under active investigation.