Essex County officials reported today that the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force, which includes detectives from the Newark Police Department, is investigating the fatal shooting of Mr. Abdul Crowley, 23, of Newark.
The latest shooting caped off a violent seven days where just over a half dozen victims have been shot, with two killed in Newark.
According to officials, on August 30, at 12:50 a.m., Newark Police discovered the victim on the 100 block of Mitchell Place, Newark.
Crowley was taken to Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and pronounced dead at 1:11 a.m.
Officials said two other shooting victims, a male and a female, were taken to the Center for treatment.
The investigation is active and ongoing.
No arrests have been made.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Essex County Prosecutor's Office tips line at 1-877-TIPS-4ECor 1-877-847-7432. Calls will be kept confidential.
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