Teen Hospitalized After Being Struck By Gunfire Sunday Night In Paterson

Monday, May 12, 2025, 2:30 P.M. ET. 1 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,

PATERSON, NJ.- Detectives are continuing the investigation into the shooting of a 16-year-old boy who was struck by gunfire late Sunday evening in the City of Paterson, New Jersey.

     According to Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes, on Sunday, May 11, 2025, just shortly before 11:00 p.m., members of the Paterson Police Department responded to reports of gunfire in the area of Madison and 2nd Avenue in the City of Paterson.

Police Officers Find Teenage Boy Shot Multiple Times

     Upon arrival, Police Officers located a teenage boy suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The teen was immediately transported by Paterson Fire and Emergency Medical Services to Saint Joseph’s University Medical Center for treatment. The teen’s condition is unknown at this time.

     The investigation remains active and ongoing. No arrests have been made as Detectives continue their search for the gunman and a motive for the shooting.

     Anyone with information regarding this investigation is urged to contact the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office Tips Line at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org or contact the Paterson Police Department’s Shooting Investigation Unit at (973) 321-1342. All calls and information will be kept confidential.