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BREAKING ORANGE NJ: Police Shoot Suspect During Attempted Robbery of Orange Bank

Orange

Ther is a crime scene established in the 30's block of Lincoln Avenue as police are on the scene investigating a shooting that involved a police officer at this time in Orange.

Exact details are developing but according to preliminary reports, an armed male who attempted to rob the PNC Bank on Main Street this evening was shot by an Essex County Sherriff officer before 5:30 p.m.

There is a large police and firefighter response on the scene as the incident occurred near the train station.

The Essex County Prosecutor's Office are making their way to the scene.

The extent of the victim's injuries have not been confirmed.

There are no injuries reported to police officers.

Developing

UPDATE 7:39 p.m. Confirmed fatality.

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