By: Tracie Carter
Passaic County authorities reported that at approximately 9:40 p.m. on December 22, Paterson Police officers were dispatched to the area of North 3rd and Jefferson streets after a report of shots fired.
Upon arrival, police located a 21-year-old male Paterson man suffering a non-fatal gunshot wound.
Police said the victim was immediately transported to Saint Joseph’s University Medical Center for treatment.
A preliminary investigation indicated that the shooting occurred in the area of Manchester Avenue and Crosby avenues.
Police discovered a potential crime scene in that area.
The investigation remains active and ongoing.
The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office asks anyone with additional information about this incident to contact us on our tips line at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org or contact the Paterson Police Ceasefire Unit at 973-321-1342.