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Juvenile Injured in Paterson Shooting; Investigation Ongoing

4/13/2026

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A shooting on April 12, 2026, in Paterson, New Jersey left one juvenile with non-fatal gunshot injuries.
The victim was found around 6:46 p.m. near Governor and East 16th streets and taken to St. Joseph’s University Medical Center.
Detectives identified a potential crime scene and recovered shell casings.
A reported scooter-wielding suspect and an unoccupied scooter nearby are not yet linked.
The motive remains unclear and the investigation is ongoing.

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Story summary

A shooting on April 12, 2026, in Paterson, New Jersey left one juvenile with non-fatal gunshot injuries.
The victim was found around 6:46 p.m. near Governor and East 16th streets and taken to St. Joseph’s University Medical Center.
Detectives identified a potential crime scene and recovered shell casings.
A reported scooter-wielding suspect and an unoccupied scooter nearby are not yet linked.
The motive remains unclear and the investigation is ongoing.