On a Sunday evening in April 2024, tragedy struck in Newark's South Ward, forever altering the lives of those connected to Deshaun Winston. A resident of East Orange, the 40-year-old man was found unresponsive on the 300 block of Osborne Terrace following reports of gunfire at approximately 8:43 p.m. When police arrived at the scene, they discovered Mr.
Winston lying outside.
Emergency responders pronounced him dead at the scene at 8:59 p.m., having suffered a fatal gunshot wound to the head. The circumstances that led to the shooting remain unclear as the investigation is actively ongoing. The Essex County Prosecutor's Office Homicide Task Force, in conjunction with Newark detectives, is spearheading the inquiry into his death.
To date, authorities have not publicly identified any suspects or made any arrests in connection with the shooting. Officials have made a public appeal for information, urging anyone with knowledge of the incident to contact the Essex County Prosecutor's tip line. The investigation into the death of Deshaun Winston continues as his community awaits answers and justice.
