Crime & Safety

Fatal Shooting In Newark Claims Life Of Irvington Man

Police are investigating a fatal shooting that took place in Newark last weekend.

NEWARK, NJ — Police are investigating a fatal shooting that took place in Newark last weekend.

According to the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office, Newark police responded to the 300-block of Grove Street at 4:25 a.m. on Sunday after getting a report about a shooting.

Officers found Ty’Shad Campbell, 27, of Irvington, outside suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken to University Hospital and pronounced dead at 4:42 a.m., authorities said.

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No arrests have been made, prosecutors said.

The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force is investigating the fatal shooting. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office tips line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432.

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