2 brothers fatally shot on street in Newark

Sunday, August 27, 2017
NEWARK, New Jersey (WABC) -- Authorities are investigating the fatal shooting of two brothers in Newark.

The victims have been identified as Jose Castillo-Granados, 25, and Francisco Castillo-Granados, 22, both of Newark. They are originally from Honduras.
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The shootings occurred in the vicinity of Adams and Walnut Streets, investigators say.

Both victims were pronounced dead at University Hospital shortly after 5 a.m. Sunday.

The preliminary investigation indicates that the victims appeared to know their assailant, according to police.
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The Essex County Prosecutor's Office Homicide /Major Crimes Task Force are investigating

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Essex County Prosecutor's Office tips line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC.
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