By: Tracie Carter
The Passaic County Prosecutor's Office is currently investigating a shooting that occurred in Paterson on Christmas Day, leaving one person injured.
Authorities were alerted to the incident in the 5000 block of River Street at 11:50 p.m. via a ShotSpotter activation.
Upon arrival, Paterson police discovered a victim with a gunshot wound to the leg.
The unidentified individual was promptly transported to St. Joseph's Medical Center for medical attention and is expected to survive.
As of now, the suspect remains at large, having fled the scene shortly after the incident.
No other injuries have been reported in connection with this late-night violence.
The investigation continues as officials seek to determine the motive behind the shooting and work to locate the suspect.