Details of the Incident

The shooting occurred around Carteret Street and Broadway, where eyewitnesses reported hearing more than a dozen gunshots. Upon arrival, police found two officers in distress; one had sustained a fatal wound, while the other was shot in the leg. Both were transported to University Hospital promptly.

Tragically, one of the officers did not survive the incident and was declared dead at the hospital. The second officer remains in critical condition as medical teams work diligently to stabilize their situation.

Reactions from Law Enforcement Community

The New Jersey State Policemen’s Benevolent Association (PBA) expressed their profound sorrow in a statement on Facebook, saying, “We here at the NJ State PBA are heartbroken to share that an officer from Newark PD has made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty, and another officer is currently fighting for their life in critical condition. Please keep their families, fellow Newark PD officers, and our entire New Jersey law enforcement community in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.”

Ongoing Investigation

Reports indicate that a suspect was also shot during the confrontation, and a handgun has been recovered from the scene. Authorities are currently conducting a thorough investigation to gather more information about the events leading to this tragic incident.