On a summer evening in Irvington, New Jersey, the life of 42-year-old Anwar Jackson, a male resident of Piscataway, was cut short by gunfire. The fatal encounter occurred on Monday, July 21, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m. in the vicinity of 100 Union Avenue. Responding to reports of gunshots and a man down, Irvington police officers discovered Jackson lying in the street, having sustained multiple gunshot wounds.
He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Essex County Prosecutor's Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force is leading the investigation into Jackson's death. At this time, authorities have not publicly identified any suspects or made any arrests in connection with the shooting. The investigation has been described as active and ongoing.
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the death of Anwar Jackson to come forward and contact the Essex County Prosecutor's Office tip line. While the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation, no further details about a potential motive or the events leading up to the incident have been released to the public.
