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Arthur Ruff

Case from Newark, NJ dated Dec 31, 2017

Victim Details

Arthur Ruff

Male

Black / African American

Newark

NJ

2017-12-31

53

Arthur

Ruff

07/03/2026

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In the early morning hours of New Year's Eve 2017, Arthur Ruff, a 53-year-old male, was found suffering from a gunshot wound in Newark, New Jersey. The incident occurred around 12:15 a.m. in the vicinity of 2nd Street and Central Avenue. Emergency medical services were dispatched to the scene and provided immediate medical assistance before rushing him to University Hospital.

Despite the efforts of medical personnel, Arthur Ruff succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at approxi ...
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  • NJ.com: Newark shooting leaves 53-year-old man dead
  • Essex Prosecutor Identifies Man Killed in Overnight Newark Gunfire
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    Does anyone have more info about the area where Arthur Ruff was shot? I saw some posts mentioning it... ...Read More
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    The lack of progress in Arthur Ruff's case is truly concerning for the community in Newark. It's bee... ...Read More
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