Essex County authorities 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. Christopher G. Griffin, 36, of Newark.
Officials sad on Thursday May 5, at approximately 6:54 pm Newark Police Officers responded to the 300 block of Mt. Prospect Avenue in the City of Newark where they discovered the victim.
He was pronounced dead at the scene at 7:06 pm.
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-4EC or 1-877-847-7432.
Calls will be kept confidential.