Crime & Safety
Essex County Man Shot Dead In East Orange
South Orange resident Isaiah Peterson was fatally shot in East Orange, authorities say.
East Orange, NJ – Authorities are investigating the fatal shooting of a South Orange man that took place on Thursday evening.
According to the Essex County Prosecutor's Office, Isaiah T. Peterson, 27, of South Orange, was shot at approximately 7:19 p.m. in the vicinity of McKay Avenue and Ayr Street in East Orange.
He was pronounced dead at University Hospital at 9:59 p.m., prosecutors stated.
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At this time no arrests have been made. The investigation is active and ongoing.
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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