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Suspect Hospitalized After Shots During DEA Warrant Execution in Parsippany

The DEA has handed over the probe to the FBI, declining further comment.

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Overview

  • DEA and its federal partners executed a court-authorized search warrant near Kingston Road and Route 202 in Parsippany early Wednesday morning.
  • Shots fired during the operation wounded a suspect who was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
  • No DEA agents were hurt in the incident, according to the agency’s statement.
  • Parsippany Police closed nearby streets and advised residents to remain indoors until the scene was secured.
  • The FBI has taken over the investigation, with the DEA stating it will issue no further statements on the case.