Investigation into police-involved shooting in East Orange

Wednesday, November 14, 2018
EAST ORANGE, New Jersey (WABC) -- Authorities are investigating a police-involved shooting in New Jersey Tuesday night.

The Essex County Prosecutors Office says it happened around 10 p.m. on Park Avenue in East Orange.
[Ads /]
Officers responded to a report of shots fired and encountered the suspect, and at least one officer discharged his weapon.

The suspect was struck. He was treated and remains hospitalized in stable condition.

Police say the suspect was in possession of a gun.

The investigation is active and ongoing, and no charges have been filed at this time.
[Ads /]
----------
* More New Jersey news
* Send us a news tip
* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts
* Follow us on YouTube
Copyright © 2024 WABC-TV. All Rights Reserved.