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Gunfire Strikes Victim Near Two Newark Central Ward Schools

Newark

One person reportedly suffered injuries in a shooting incident near two schools in Newark's Central Ward Monday night. 

According to a preliminary investigation, gunfire rang out on the 18th Avenue side and between the Central High School and Kipp Bold & Thrive Academy just before 9:30 p.m. 

Residents in Pilgrim Village said shooters arrived in the area and began firing on a male before fleeing the scene. 

Newark Police Major Crime Shooting Team responded and found the victim reportedly in stable condition. 

The suspects remain at large. 

 

 

 

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