Fatal Shooting In Newark Claims Somerville Man’s Life

NEWARK, NJ — A fatal shooting claimed a man’s life in Newark early Friday morning, authorities said.

According to the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office, the shooting took place on the 200-block of Washington Street.

Prosecutors released an additional statement about the shooting on Friday afternoon:

“Christopher Williams, 31, of Somerville was fatally shot on the 200-block of Washington Street in the city of Newark. He was transported to University Hospital where he was pronounced dead at 2:13 a.m. today. A 28-year-old man was also shot. He survived. No arrests have been made at this time. The investigation is active and ongoing.”

Anyone with information can contact the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432.

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