Authorities have identified the victims and an alleged suspect from a fatal shooting in Newark last week.
According to the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office, on May 3, at 8:33 p.m., Newark police responded to a report of a shooting in an apartment on the 300 block of Johnson Avenue.
Victims of Newark Shooting on May 3
Police have identified the deceased as Wyleek Shaw and an 8-year-old boy with the initials Z.L. Another victim, identified as Tajion Simmons, suffered nonfatal injuries. A report by rlsmedia.com, identified the child as Zahmire Lopez.
Wyleek Shaw, Photo Source: Obituary
The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office said the investigation is ongoing and no arrests have been made.
Alleged suspect
The alleged shooter, identified as Everette Rand, was killed during a shootout with police officers.
Information
Anyone who might have information about this incident is asked to call the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office tips line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432. Calls will be kept confidential.
