Gunfire Erupts in Paterson, Wounding Four in Early Morning Shooting
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- April 19, 2026
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Four Injured in Weekend Paterson Shooting
Early Saturday morning, a shooting on Carroll Street in Paterson left four men wounded, though thankfully, their injuries are not life-threatening. Authorities are actively investigating the incident.
The stillness of an early Saturday morning was abruptly shattered in a Paterson neighborhood, as gunfire erupted on Carroll Street, not far from Harrison Street. It was just past midnight, around 12:40 a.m., when a violent incident unfolded, leaving four individuals with gunshot wounds and prompting an urgent police response.
Among those injured were a 34-year-old and a 28-year-old, both residents of Paterson. Two other men, a 34-year-old from Newark and a 28-year-old from Union City, also sustained wounds in the chaotic scene. Thankfully, and this is truly a relief, all four men were taken to St. Joseph’s University Medical Center, where they received treatment for non-fatal injuries. The community can breathe a small sigh of relief knowing their conditions are not life-threatening.
Now, the Paterson Police Ceasefire Unit has taken up the investigation, diligently working to piece together the events of that night. They're undoubtedly sifting through every detail, seeking answers as to what led to such a violent outbreak. As of now, however, no arrests have been made, which naturally leaves residents anxious and hoping for swift justice.
This recent episode, sadly, is another grim chapter in Paterson's ongoing struggle with gun violence. The city has, for far too long, grappled with these kinds of incidents, making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Each new shooting serves as a stark reminder of the persistent challenges faced by the community and underscores the urgent need for lasting solutions to foster peace and safety for everyone who calls Paterson home.
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