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Two Teens Injured in Shooting Near Newark High School, One Critically

The incident occurred near West Side High School during dismissal time, sparking a police investigation.

  • Two teenagers were shot near West Side High School in Newark, N.J., with one in critical condition.
  • The shooting happened around dismissal time, leading to heightened security measures in the area.
  • One of the victims, a 17-year-old boy, is a student at the school and is listed in critical condition.
  • A third individual suffered a non-shooting-related injury while fleeing the scene.
  • Officials have vowed to work tirelessly until the suspects are apprehended, emphasizing zero tolerance for violence near schools.
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