Three Men Shot On Springfield Avenue; Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Leading Probe
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 12:00 P.M. ET. 2 Minute Read, By Art Fletcher: Englebrook Independent News,
NEWARK, NJ.- An active homicide investigation is underway in Newark after a fatal shooting left one man dead and two others wounded Thursday afternoon, according to county and city officials.
Theodore N. Stephens II, Essex County Prosecutor, and Emanuel Miranda, Newark Public Safety Director, announced that the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force is investigating the deadly incident.
Authorities said that at approximately 2:26 p.m., Newark Police Department Officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 200 block of Springfield Avenue. Upon arrival, officers discovered three adult males suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
All three victims were transported to University Hospital for emergency medical treatment.
One of the victims, Nyree Williams, 24, of Newark, was pronounced deceased at approximately 2:38 p.m. Hospital officials notified law enforcement shortly thereafter. The identities and medical conditions of the two surviving victims have not been released.
Investigators have not disclosed any information regarding a suspect, possible motive, or whether the shooting was targeted or random. Officials emphasized that the investigation remains active and ongoing, and no additional details are available at this time.
The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office is urging anyone with information related to the shooting to come forward. Tips can be reported by contacting the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Tips Line at 1-877-TIPS-4EC (1-877-847-7432). Authorities stated that all calls will remain confidential.
This story will be updated as additional verified information becomes available.
Editor’s Note:
This article was written by Art Fletcher, Executive Editor, and is based on official statements released by the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office and the Newark Department of Public Safety. Englebrook Independent News publishes information only after confirmation from law-enforcement authorities. As this is an active investigation, details may evolve. Updates will be provided as facts are confirmed.
