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Shots Strike Marked Jersey City Police Cars in Afternoon Attack

Prosecutors launched a formal probe, requesting public tips.

Overview

  • Jersey City police driving south on JFK Boulevard near Clinton Avenue came under fire around 1:20 p.m., and rounds hit two marked vehicles.
  • A police sergeant exited a patrol car while under fire and engaged the gunman at the scene.
  • No officers or civilians were struck, and four officers were taken to a hospital for evaluation and trauma care.
  • The suspect was transported to a local hospital in unknown condition, and officials have not confirmed whether he was shot.
  • The Hudson County Prosecutor's Office is leading the investigation and asked anyone with information to come forward.