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Police sources: Perth Amboy officer shot in Rahway

Police sources said the officer was conducting surveillance on a vehicle when the suspect opened fire on officers from Rahway and Perth Amboy.

Rob Taub

Jul 24, 2024, 10:11 PM

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UPDATE: Perth Amboy police officer shot in line of duty is in stable condition, police chief says

A Perth Amboy officer was shot in Rahway on Wednesday, a police source confirmed to News 12.

Police say it happened on Broad Street just before 9 p.m.

The police source said the officer was conducting surveillance on a vehicle when the suspect opened fire on officers from Rahway and Perth Amboy.

The officer was transported to RWJ New Brunswick and is in serious condition, according to officials.

Stay with News 12 for this developing story.

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