UPDATE: Police Search for Suspect After Shots Fired in Newark’s East Ward

By: Richard L. Smith 

Authorities are searching for a suspect following a shots-fired incident in Newark’s East Ward on Wednesday afternoon.

At approximately 3:50 p.m., a ShotSpotter device detected gunfire near the train tracks in the 70s block of South Street. 

Newark police officers responded quickly and, upon arrival, found evidence confirming that a shooting had taken place.

The Newark Shooting Response Team was alerted, and hospitals across the region were notified to be on the lookout for any potential walk-in gunshot victims. 

As of late Wednesday evening, no injuries had been reported.

Police believe a juvenile suspect fled the scene on foot shortly after the incident.

That individual remains at large, and the circumstances surrounding the shooting are currently under active investigation.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Newark Police Department.