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Man Shot Multiple Times in Newark Dies

Newark

Authorities in Essex County are investigating a shooting that left a man fatally injured in the city late last night.

Gunfire erupted at a housing complex in the 900 block of South Franklin Avenue (Stephan Crane) shortly before 10 p.m. sending police to the scene where they located a male victim shot at that location.

The man was later pronounced dead after being shot multiple times to various parts of his body according to reports.

Police setup a crime scene where they searched for evidence and a possible suspect.

The victim's identity has not been released pending notification to family members.

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