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.
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. — Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at the MGM National Harbor Hotel and Casino, leaving one man dead and another injured. Prince George’s County Police confirmed the fatality in a statement released on social media.
According to investigators, two adult men were struck by gunfire during the incident.
One victim was pronounced dead as a result of his injuries.
The second victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury after a bullet grazed him and was treated at the scene or a nearby medical facility.
Police stated that the suspect fled the location immediately after the shooting and remains at large.
At this time, officials have not released information regarding what led up to the incident. However, investigators emphasized that preliminary findings suggest the shooting was not a random act of violence.
The investigation remains active, and authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of the victims or provided a suspect description.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact Prince George’s County Police as the search for the shooter continues.