Woman, 25, Shot Dead In Essex County: Cops Seek Suspects

Newark, NJ – Authorities are investigating the fatal shooting of a 25-year-old Newark woman on Tuesday.

According to the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office, Aliyah L. Williams, 25, of Newark, was shot at approximately 2:09 a.m. in the vicinity of Lindsley and Norwood Avenues.

She was transported to University Hospital, where she was pronounced dead at 7:07 a.m., authorities stated.

At this time, no suspects have been identified and no arrests have been made, prosecutors said.

An investigation is active and ongoing. Anyone with information can contact the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force tips line at 1-877-847-7432.

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