Gunfire at Elizabeth’s vigil leaves 1 dead, several injured

ELIZABETH, New Jersey (WABC) — One person was killed and up to four others were injured when gunfire erupted during a vigil in Elizabeth Monday evening, authorities said.

The shooting happened shortly before 10 p.m. near Irvington Avenue and Oakwood Place, where witnesses said a large gathering had gathered for a vigil.

One person was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities said three victims were transported to University Hospital in Newark, including one person who was shot in the chest and two others who suffered gunshot wounds to the arms and legs.

Investigators said a gun was found on one of the victims.

Witnesses said they heard a barrage of gunshots.

“Many shots were fired,” a witness said. Witnesses also reported seeing numerous orange evidence markers on the ground, with one estimating there were “more than 20” at the scene.

Officials said a red sedan was seen fleeing west on Morris Avenue after the shooting. About an hour later, a red sedan was found burning on Hobson Street in Newark. Investigators are trying to determine if the vehicle is connected to the shooting.

Dozens of shell casings were being processed at a crime scene that spanned several blocks, officials said.

Authorities said two people of interest have been identified but no arrests have been made so far.

Elizabeth police referred inquiries about the case to the Union County Prosecutor’s Office.

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