Hammer Attack In Newark Leaves 2 With Head Injuries: Police

NEWARK, NJ — Newark police are investigating a “hammer attack” that left two men with head injuries on Thursday, authorities said.

According to the Newark Department of Public Safety, the assault took place around 2:30 p.m. on Freeman Street near Fleming Avenue. Officers arriving on the scene found two men with head injuries, as well as a hammer believed to be used in the attack.

Emergency responders transported both victims to University Hospital, where they were treated and are in stable condition, authorities said Thursday.

Newark Public Safety Director Anthony Ambrose said that the assault “doesn’t appear to be a hate crime.”

No additional information was immediately available.

Police are investigating the attack. Anyone with information can call the department's 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477) or 1-877-NWK-GUNS (1-877-695-4867). Anonymous tips may also be made using the police division’s website at www.newarkpd.org or through its smartphone app.

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