New Jersey Officer Killed, Another Injured in Shooting

 

New Jersey Police Officer Killed, Another Injured in Newark Shooting

Newark, NJ – March 7, 2025 – A tragic shooting in Newark, New Jersey, on Friday evening left one police officer dead and another critically injured. Authorities reported that the incident occurred around 6:37 p.m. near the intersection of Broadway and Carteret.

According to officials, the officers were responding to an ongoing investigation when they came under fire. Witnesses described hearing a barrage of gunshots before seeing law enforcement rushing to the scene. Both injured officers were transported to University Hospital, where one succumbed to his injuries, while the other remains in critical condition.

Sources indicate that the suspect, a 14-year-old male, fired 29 rounds at the officers. There are conflicting reports regarding his status—some suggest he was killed in the exchange, while others claim he was taken into custody. Multiple individuals have been detained as part of the investigation.

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy visited the hospital Friday night, expressing condolences and support for the officers and their families. “It’s an incredibly difficult night for our law enforcement community,” he said, urging the public to keep the affected officers in their thoughts.

The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office has taken the lead in the investigation but has not released further details about the suspect or any potential charges. Authorities are working to determine the circumstances that led to the shooting.