Police: Paterson teen arrested for possession of a handgun

They say the teen was with a group of people between Mercer and Franklin streets when officers approached them.

News 12 Staff

Oct 5, 2022, 12:26 AM

Updated 744 days ago

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A Paterson teen was arrested Monday night and charged with possession of a handgun, police say.
They say the teen was with a group of people between Mercer and Franklin streets when officers approached them.
According to police, the suspect tossed the gun as he ran. Detectives later recovered the weapon.