Me Alif Carr, a 38-year-old male, was fatally shot on the evening of Thursday, May 31, 2018, in Newark, New Jersey. The incident occurred at approximately 7:57 p.m. in the vicinity of Hunterdon Street and Lehigh Avenue. Carr was standing outside near a parked car when he was targeted.
Emergency medical services were dispatched to the scene and transported Carr to University Hospital. Despite the efforts of medical staff, he was pronounced dead at 8:23 p.m.
Another individual was also struck by gunfire during the incident but survived their injuries.
The Essex County Prosecutor's Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force, which includes detectives from the Newark Police Department, launched an investigation into the fatal shooting. In the immediate aftermath, authorities appealed to the public for any information that could lead to the identification and apprehension of the person or persons responsible.
As of the last available online reports, the investigation into the death of Me Alif Carr was active and ongoing. There has been no public announcement regarding any arrests made or suspects identified in connection with the homicide. The case remains unresolved pending further developments in the investigation.
