By: Richard L. Smith
Authorities in Passaic County are investigating a shooting that claimed the life of a 27-year-old Paterson man Wednesday afternoon.
According to information released by Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Paterson Police Officer-in-Charge Patrick Murray, officers responded to reports of gunfire near Butler Street and Sparrow Street at approximately 4:58 p.m. on October 21.
While officers were heading to the scene, they learned that a man suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest had been transported to Saint Joseph’s University Medical Center in a private vehicle.
Authorities said the victim was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
The victim’s identity has not been released, and officials have not announced any arrests or provided information about a possible motive.
The investigation remains active.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office tip line at 1-877-370-PCPO.