By: Tracie Carter
Newark Police are actively investigating a shooting incident that left one person injured in the city's North Ward on Friday evening.
Authorities responded to reports of gunfire around 7:30 p.m. near 49 Broadway.
Upon arriving at the scene, officers confirmed that a shooting had taken place. However, the victim had already been transported to a hospital by a private vehicle by the time police arrived.
Local hospital St. Michael's Medical Center reported receiving at least one individual with gunshot injuries.
The condition of the victim was still unclear as of early Saturday morning.
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting is ongoing. No other injuries related to this incident have been reported.
Authorities are continuing to gather information and are urging witnesses or anyone with knowledge about the incident to come forward.