EAST ORANGE, NJ — Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens II and East Orange Public Safety Director Maurice Boyd announced an investigation into the fatal shooting of a man in East Orange.
On Tuesday, Oct. 28, at about 12:40 p.m., East Orange Police officers were dispatched to the area of 252-256 N. Clinton Street on a report of a male lying in the street, possibly suffering from a gunshot wound.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a man who had suffered a gunshot to the chest and back area.
Officers administered aid while awaiting EMS.
The victim was transported to University Hospital where he was pronounced dead at about 1:06 p.m.
The victim is identified as Hamza Abdul-Haqq, 36, of East Orange.
This is an active and ongoing investigation.
Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Tips Line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432.
