Newark Man Dies In Irvington Shooting; Police Probe Continues

Newark NJ

04 January, 2022

11:54 AM

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ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — A fatal shooting in Irvington claimed an Essex County man's life on Monday, authorities said. Authorities are investigating the death of Kevin L. Williams, 34, of Newark, according to a joint statement from the Essex County Prosecutor's Office and the Irvington Police Department. Irvington police got a report about a man with gunshot wounds on the 100-block of Cleremont Avenue at 6:59 p.m. When officers arrived, they found Williams, who was pronounced dead at the scene at 7:24 p.m. "At this time no arrests have been made," prosecutors said Tuesday. "The investigation is active and ongoing." Authorities said anyone with information can contact the Essex County Prosecutor's Office tips line at 1- 877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432. Sign up for Patch email newsletters. Learn more about posting announcements or events to your local Patch site. Send local news tips and correction requests to [email protected]