Two people were taken to the hospital and a neighborhood lost power in the early hours of Monday morning after a shooting and car crash on Sanford Avenue in Newark. Emergency services and law enforcement were quick to react to the incident, which happened at 3:04 a.m. After receiving reports of gunfire in the 700 block of Sanford Avenue, Newark police responded quickly. When the police arrived, they found a man with a gunshot wound; however, the original police statement was vague about where the gunshot was fired.
The injured person was rushed to University Hospital for emergency treatment despite the fact that the exact circumstances were not known. Despite everything going on, there is some good news: he is reportedly in stable condition right now. There was a car crash, and firefighters were quick to respond and deal with the aftermath.
Unfortunately, the car had flipped over, ensnaring two people inside. Knowing that every second counted in their race against the clock, firefighters worked relentlessly and expertly to rescue victims from the debris. One of the people was also taken to University Hospital for treatment as soon as they were released. Fortunately, they are said to be in stable condition as well, which is a relief in the midst of all the mayhem.
The impact, however, had far-reaching consequences because it knocked over a transformer and a light pole. Damage from the fire knocked out electricity to Abinger Place, which extends from Silver Street to South Orange Avenue.
Authorities quickly notified PSE&G to handle the power outage and begin repairs to restore electricity to the affected neighborhood, acknowledging the seriousness of the situation. After the initial shock wears off and the dust settles, the community is left to deal with the aftermath of the terrifying events.
The victims’ stable conditions, however, provide a ray of hope in the otherwise hopeless situation, demonstrating once again the power of the human spirit. Newark residents have come together in the aftermath of the tragic event to provide support to those affected and to work towards a better, safer future for everyone.
