Authorities announced the arrest of a 42-year-old Newark firefighter accused of firing a shot during dispute with a co-worker late Tuesday night.
According to authorities, police were called to the Clifton Avenue home around 10:30 p.m. where they saw Gamil Haidara, 42, running down the street, with a gun in his hand. He was taken to University Hospital with "unspecified symptoms" according to authorities.
Based on preliminary investigations, the victim - also a Newark firefighter - was allegedly arguing when Haidara pulled a gun and threatened him.
The victim, immediately ran down the stairs into his own home, when Haidara allegedly fired a single shot through his door.
Haidara was charged with multiple weapons offenses, including discharging a firearm. He was also suspended without pay following the incident.
An investigation into the incident is active and ongoing.
Anyone with information about this or any other crime is asked to contact the Newark Police Department's 24-hour confidential tip line at (877) NWK-TIPS (877-695-8477) or NWK-GUNS (877-695-4867).