1 Dead, 2 Hurt In Newark; Police Probe Fatal Shooting

NEWARK, NJ — A 23-year-old Newark resident died in a fatal shooting that also wounded two other people early Tuesday morning, authorities said.

Newark police found Abdul Crowley, 23, on the 100-block of Mitchell Place at 12:50 a.m. He was transported to Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and pronounced dead at 1:11 a.m., according to a joint statement from the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office and the Newark Department of Public Safety.

Two other victims, a male and a female, were taken to the hospital for treatment, authorities said.

No arrests have been made as of Tuesday morning, authorities said.

The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force, which includes detectives from the Newark Police Department, is investigating the shooting. Authorities said that anyone with information can contact the Essex County Prosecutor's Office tips line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432.

Newark residents and activists have been holding marches and rallies in the wake of a recent wave of violent shootings, including a massive “peace walk” that drew thousands of people last week. Read More: 'Peace Walk' Against Gun Violence Unites Thousands In Newark

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