Florham Park Man Fatally Shot In Newark: Police

Authorities are investigating the fatal shooting of a Florham Park man that took place in Newark on Tuesday.

According to the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office, Newark police responded to Isabella Avenue around 3:23 p.m. on a report of a shooting in progress to find Rashae Smith, 21, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.

Emergency responders transported Smith to University Hospital where he was pronounced dead at 4:53 p.m., authorities stated.

At this time no motive has been determined, no suspects have been identified and no arrests have been made, prosecutors stated.

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-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432.