By: Tracie Carter
On June 15, at approximately 3:41 p.m., Paterson Police were dispatched to the area of 10th Avenue and East 23rd Street following reports of a shooting, according to Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes.
Upon arrival, officers found a 56-year-old male victim from Paterson who had sustained a non-fatal gunshot wound.
The individual was found inside a vehicle after gunfire rang out in the neighborhood.
The victim was promptly transported to St. Joseph’s University Medical Center for treatment.
Police have since identified a potential crime scene. The investigation is currently active and ongoing, with further details to be released as they become available.
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding this incident to contact the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office on their tips line at 1-877-370-PCPO, via email at tips@passaiccountynj.org, or to contact the Paterson Police Shooting Investigation Unit at 973-321-1342.