A Tragic Evening on Chancellor Avenue
In the early evening of Saturday, November 15 2025, a hail of gunfire erupted on the 300-block of Chancellor Avenue in Newark, New Jersey, leaving two people dead and three others wounded. The deceased include a 10-year-old boy and a 21-year-old woman, both pronounced dead at University Hospital after the incident. Among the injured are an 11-year-old boy and two men aged 19 and 60, all in stable condition.
Witnesses described more than six shots fired in rapid succession, followed by screams and chaos as residents fled for cover.
City Officials Respond, Investigation Underway
Ras Baraka, mayor of Newark, called the incident “a dark and devastating day” for the city. He emphasised that the city will collaborate with local, state and federal agencies to secure justice for the victims’ families.
Authorities recovered at least 17 evidence markers at the scene and an active manhunt is underway. The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office has offered a $10,000 reward for information leading to the shooter’s arrest.
Broader Impact & Community Call to Action
While Newark has seen declines in certain categories of violent crime earlier in the year, Saturday’s event signals lingering public safety concerns.In the wake of the tragedy, community members and local leaders are scheduled to hold an anti-gun-violence rally in the coming days.
Officials are urging anyone with relevant information to contact the Essex County tip line: 1-877-TIPS-4EC (1-877-847-7432).
