Crime & Safety
Belleville Man Fatally Shot In Newark; No Arrests Made: Prosecutors
A 38-year-old Belleville man died after a shooting in Newark. A police investigation continues, authorities said.
ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — A 38-year-old Belleville man died after a shooting in Newark early Monday morning, authorities said.
The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force is investigating the fatal shooting of Omar Rivera, 38, of Belleville. Prosecutors released the following statement about Rivera’s death:
“On Jan. 16 at 12:30 a.m., police responded to a report of a potential homicide on the 300-block of North 7th Street in Newark. The victim was transported to University Hospital in Newark, apparently suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at 4 a.m.”
No arrests have been made, prosecutors said Sunday.
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A police investigation continues. Authorities said anyone with information can contact the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office tips line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432.
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