By: Richard L. Smith
Essex County officials reported today that Mr. Hakeem Murchison, 30, of Newark, has been charged with aggravated assault and two weapon offenses in connection to a police-involved shooting in Newark early this morning.
According to a statement released by Essex County Spokesman Robert Florida, at about 4 a.m., police responded to a report of domestic violence in an apartment building on the 700 block of Clinton Avenue, Newark.
Authorities received reports of a domestic violence incident in progress where a woman reportedly called the police to report a possible assault from a boyfriend.
Police located and approached Murchison in the hallway, where a struggle took place. He produced a gun and fired at the officers, but neither was hit.
Officers returned fire, striking the suspect in his back, sources told RLS Media.
The two officers and the suspect were taken to University Hospital.
Officials say the officers were not injured, and Murchison is listed in stable condition.
The investigation is active and ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office tips line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432. Calls will be kept confidential.