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Newark Police Search for Man Wanted for Aggravated Assault Shooting

Newark

Newark Police officials request the public's help in locating Seth Muhammad, 33, wanted for a shooting that occurred on Wednesday, July 27.

At approximately 9:40 p.m., police responded to West End Avenue near Pine Grove Terrace following a Shot Spotter notification. 

According to police, responding officers recovered 10 spent shell casings in the area and observed property damage due to gunfire. 

Police also received a report that a man who had been shot arrived at University Hospital for treatment. 

Police officials said that the victim was treated for a non-life-threatening gunshot wound and is reportedly in stable condition.

Detectives investigating this incident identified Muhammed as a suspect and obtained a warrant for his arrest on charges of aggravated assault and certain persons prohibited from firearm possession. 

According to police, he is described as 5'7" tall and 180 pounds with black hair and brown eyes.

Newark Police officials urge anyone with information about the whereabouts of Seth Muhammad to call the Division's 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477). 

All anonymous Crime Stopper tips are kept confidential and could result in a reward.

Anonymous tips may also be made using the Police Division's website at: https://npd.newarkpublicsafety.org/.

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