Crime
44-year-old Rahman Loyal killed after shooting near West Side Park in Newark
The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office has initiated a thorough investigation into a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a Newark resident on Saturday evening, near West Side Park.
Authorities report that around 7:00 p.m., residents in the 600 block of South 13th Street called 911 after hearing a series of gunshots near their homes, located across from the park.
Newark police officers responded promptly to the scene, where they discovered 44-year-old Rahman Loyal, a Newark resident, lying lifeless with multiple gunshot wounds.
Preliminary findings suggest that the shooter fired several rounds before quickly fleeing the scene.
The immediate area was cordoned off as detectives conducted a meticulous search for evidence, carefully examining the scene and speaking with any witnesses who may have observed the incident or have relevant information.
At this stage, the motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and no arrests have been made.
The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office is actively pursuing leads and working to identify the person responsible.
Authorities are urging anyone with information that could assist in the investigation to come forward.
The Prosecutor’s Office emphasizes that all information will be handled with discretion as they work to bring justice in this ongoing case.
Baltimore, MD – Baltimore Police Commissioner Richard Worley and the department’s Public Information Officer (PIO) are currently on the scene of a serious shooting incident in the 1400 block of East North Avenue.
Authorities have not yet released details regarding the number of victims or the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Law enforcement officials are actively investigating the scene, and additional information will be provided as it becomes available.
Media representatives covering the incident are advised that the designated staging area has been established at the corner of East North Avenue and Harford Road.
The Baltimore Police Department urges the public to avoid the area as officers work to secure the scene and gather further details.
Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to contact authorities.