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Newark Man Shot and Killed in the South Ward

Police Investigate Homicide of 30-Year-Old Newark Resident

Law enforcement is investigating a fatal shooting on a street in Newark’s South Ward. The shooting incident happened at around 8:00 p.m. on Thursday in the area of the 100 block of Leslie Street in Newark, New Jersey. According to authorities, the victim, a 30-year-old Newark resident, was walking on the sidewalk when someone used a handgun to shoot him. The victim, Eric Lasure, was rushed to nearby University Hospital. Although doctors tried to save Lasure’s life, they were unable to do so: he was pronounced dead a short time after 10:00 p.m., a mere two hours after having been shot in the South Ward.

The Newark Police Department and the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide and Major Crimes Task Force are actively investigating the homicide and attempting to determine exactly what happened. Detectives from both law enforcement agencies canvassed the area near the site of the shooting, but their findings have not yet been released to the public. Additionally, police have not yet made any arrests in connection with the homicide.

This was the ninth homicide in Newark, NJ so far in 2018. At the same time in 2017, there had only been six homicides in Newark. However, while violent crimes are occurring at a higher rate in Newark when compared to last year, the city’s overall crime rate thus far is down approximately 11 percent.

Life Imprisonment for First Degree Murder in Newark, New Jersey

If detectives are able to determine the identity of the culprit in the recent South Ward killing, that person could face severe penalties that include life imprisonment. That’s because first degree murder is a special kind of felony and carries potential penalties that go well beyond the maximum penalties that can be imposed for other first degree felonies in New Jersey. While most first degree crimes are punishable by up to 20 years in NJ State Prison, a murder conviction can result in a minimum punishment of 30 years behind bars – and a maximum punishment of life behind bars.

Schedule a Free Initial Consultation with an Aggressive Criminal Attorney About Your Newark Homicide Charges

The Tormey Law Firm is a legal team that defends clients against violent crimes charges such as murder, aggravated assault, and armed robbery in Newark, New Jersey. If you’ve been charged with a criminal offense in Newark or anywhere else in Essex County, NJ, we can help you. Contact us now to schedule a free consultation about your case.

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