Township Of Wayne Officer-Involved Shooting Investigation Underway
Saturday, February 15, 2025, 12:30 P.M. ET. 1 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,
WAYNE, NJ.- Today, the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office Shooting Response Team is currently investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Friday night at a residence located on White Bridge Court in the Township of Wayne, New Jersey.
According to the initial investigation, on Friday, February 14, 2025, shortly before 10:00 p.m., members of the Wayne Police Department responded to a call requesting a welfare check at a Township of Wayne home. Upon arrival, Police Officers encountered an individual armed with two swords.
During the encounter, a Wayne Police Officer fired his service-issued firearm, striking the individual. The individual was immediately transported to a nearby hospital for treatment, where they remain listed in critical but stable condition.
Pursuant to Attorney General Directive 2019-4, the Attorney General Office of Public Integrity and Accountability has been notified. The investigation into this matter, including the use of force by police, remains active and ongoing.
The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office asks anyone with additional information about this incident to contact the Prosecutor’s Office tips line at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org.
