Police Arrest 2 In Connection With Fatal Newark Shooting

NEWARK, NJ — Two men have been arrested and charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a Newark resident, authorities announced Friday.

Joseph Dowdell, 33, of Newark, has been charged with first-degree murder, second-degree assault and two weapons offenses in connection with the death of Tameel Grimes, 31, of Newark, according to the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office and the Newark Department of Public Safety.

A second person, Shanade McDaniel, 31, of Newark, was charged with second-degree hindering prosecution in connection with the case, authorities said.

Prosecutors released the following statement about Grimes’ death:

“On Saturday, July 23, just after midnight, Newark police discovered Grimes on the 300-block of New Street. He was pronounced dead at the scene. A second victim, who suffered from a gunshot wound, was found on Norfolk and Hartford streets. He survived and was treated at University Hospital.”

The second-degree assault charge against Dowdell arises from the attack on the second victim, prosecutors noted.

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

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