Newark police: 1 killed, 1 hurt in late-night shooting

Detectives say officers responded to the 100 block of Dewey Street around 11 p.m. where they found 28-year-old Jaquill Swain suffering from a gunshot wound.

News 12 Staff

Feb 3, 2024, 11:18 PM

Updated 95 days ago

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Newark police say one person was killed and another injured late Friday night during a shooting.
They say officers responded to the 100 block of Dewey Street around 11 p.m. where they found 28-year-old Jaquill Swain suffering from a gunshot wound.
He died at the scene soon after.
A second victim was taken to a hospital and is expected to recover.
Anyone information is asked to contact the Essex County Prosecutors Office's Office tips line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432.


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