According to authorities, there have been a number of shootings over Easter weekend in Paterson. The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office has reported that a city man has been charged with attempted murder, unlawful possession of a handgun, and possession of a handgun for unlawful purpose. Wayne Smith, 37, allegedly shot a 32 year-old man on… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Weapons Offenses
Paterson Man Arrested for City Shooting on Sunday Night
According to authorities, a Paterson man has been arrested for allegedly shooting a man on Dixon Avenue. The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office reported that 45 year-old Sultan Woodford wounded the 40 year-old victim at around 10:27pm on Sunday. Police found the victim suffering from the gunshot wound and he was rushed to St. Joseph’s Regional… Continue Reading
Paterson Police Arrest Suspect with Loaded Handgun After Breaking up a Crowded Park Gathering
According to Paterson Police Director, Jerry Speziale, officers broke up a large group of people who were gathering at the Wrigley Park on Montgomery Street amid the coronavirus crisis on Thursday evening. Police observed the group at the park at around 7:00pm, but city officials ordered all parks and gatherings to close. When detectives approached… Continue Reading
Trio of 19 Year-olds Charged with Shooting at a Vehicle in Paterson
According to the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office, three 19 year-olds were arrested in connection to a shooting on Jersey Street. Police allege that the trio were riding in a vehicle when they fired at another occupied vehicle containing four Paterson residents. Police said that the gunfire struck the vehicle but none of the occupants were… Continue Reading
East Orange Man Arrested for Murder
According to Hudson County Prosecutor, Esther Suarez, an East Orange man was arrested in Jersey City’s first homicide of 2020. Police say that 33 year-old Eric Ballon allegedly shot 28 year-old Rashawn Bethea multiple times on Wegman Parkway between Bergen Avenue on March 6. The Prosecutor’s office did not provide a motive for the homicide.… Continue Reading
