The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office and the Newark Police Department are investigating a fatal shooting of a city man Tuesday morning.
Alfuquan Wright 36, was shot on Lyons Avenue near Willoughby Street around 11:17 am. He was pronounced dead at the scene about 15 minutes later.
No arrests have been made. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force tips line at 1-877-847-7432.
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