Two Paterson teens hurt in late-night Jefferson Street shooting
By Jonathan Greene
Published: August 18, 2021
A pair of teenagers were wounded in a shooting on Jefferson Street late Tuesday night, according to the Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office.
The victims – 15-year-old and 16-year-old – were struck by gunfire on Jefferson and North Main streets at around 11 p.m.
Both victims sustained non-fatal gunshot wounds. They were rushed to St. Joseph’s University Medical Center for treatment.
Police continue to investigate the incident. Anyone with information is asked to call the Paterson Police Ceasefire Unit at 973-321-1342.