Three Paterson men arrested in Park Avenue gunfight
By Jonathan Greene
Published: April 18, 2023
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Three men have been arrested for their alleged roles in a Park Avenue gun battle, according to authorities.
Dhey Alcantara, 24, Jesus Santana, 30, and Mariano Romero, 31, all of Paterson, have been arrested in relation to the shooting that occurred on April 8, 2023, in the area of Park Avenue and Carroll Street.
Alcantara is charged with attempted murder in the first degree, unlawful possession of a weapon in the second degree, and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose in the second degree.
Santana is charged with three counts of aggravated assault in the second degree, unlawful possession of a weapon in the second degree, and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose in the second degree.
Romero is charged with unlawful possession of a weapon in the second degree, and hindering in the third degree.
Authorities said on April 8, 2023, at approximately 7:33 a.m., police responded to a report of shots fired in the area of Park Avenue and Carroll Street. Upon arrival, a potential crime scene was located, but no victim was found. However, later on, Alcantara arrived at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center via a private vehicle, seeking treatment for non-fatal gunshot wounds.
Based on the initial investigation, it was determined that Alcantara had fired a handgun towards Santana, who then fired back, hitting Alcantara. Subsequently, Romero was seen on surveillance footage picking up the handgun that had been fired by Alcantara.
Alcantara was admitted to Saint Joseph’s University Medical Center for treatment and later charged based on the investigation.
Santana was arrested by the New Jersey State Police Fugitive Task Force in Trenton on April 12, 2023, at approximately 2:30 pm in the area of Monmouth Street and Walnut Avenue.
Romero was arrested by the police on April 11, 2023, in Paterson at approximately 5:00 p.m. near the area of Park Avenue and Carroll Street.
Alcantara, Santana, and Romero could face decades in prison if convicted on the charges.
Romero was released after an initial court appearance on April 17. Alcantara and Santana are scheduled for detention hearings.