Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes and Paterson Police Department Officer-In-Charge Isa Abbassi announce that at approximately 11:58 p.m. on August 10, 2024, members of the Paterson Police Department were dispatched to the area of 21st Avenue and East 33rd Street on a report of a shooting. Paterson Police located a 26-year-old male from Paterson, New Jersey who suffered a non-fatal gunshot wound. The victim was transported to St. Joseph’s University Medical Center for treatment of a non-fatal gunshot wound. Additionally, Paterson Police were advised that a 23-year-old male from Paterson, New Jersey, arrived at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center via private vehicle seeking treatment for a non-fatal gunshot wound. Members of the Paterson Police Department were able to locate a potential crime scene.
The investigation remains active and ongoing. More information will be released once it becomes available.
The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office asks anyone with additional information about this incident to contact us on our tips line at 1-877-370-PCPO or tips@passaiccountynj.org or contact the Paterson Police Shooting Investigation Unit at 973-321-1342.