In the spring of 2020, a shooting in Newark, New Jersey, claimed the life of 28-year-old Devante Perry. On the evening of Saturday, May 16, Perry was on the 100 block of Avon Avenue when he was fatally shot. He was pronounced dead at the scene at 10:50 p.m.
The Essex County Prosecutor's Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force, in conjunction with the Newark Police Department, is leading the investigation into the shooting.
Authorities have publicly appealed for assistance, asking anyone with information to contact their tips line and assuring that all calls will be kept confidential.
Despite the ongoing investigation, no arrests have been made in connection with Devante Perry's death, and no suspects have been publicly identified. The circumstances surrounding the shooting and a potential motive have not been released by law enforcement officials as the investigation remains active and ongoing.
