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Sharif Norman

Death by Force
Case Description
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In the crisp autumn air of an Orange, New Jersey evening, the life of 32-year-old Sharif Norman was tragically cut short. On Monday, November 20, 2017, the sound of gunfire shattered the night in the vicinity of Park Avenue and North Center Street. When the echo of the shots faded, Norman was left suffering from a fatal gunshot wound.

Orange Police Department officers responded to a call of shots fired at approximately 9:29 p.m. Upon their arrival, they discovered the grave scene and a ma ...Read More
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  • NJ.com: Cops seek tips after 32-year-old man killed in shooting
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    Victim Details

    Sharif Norman

    Male

    Black / African American

    Orange

    NJ

    2017-11-20

    32

    Sharif

    Norman

    11/20/2025

    Forum Posts (2)
    I'm really feeling for Sharif Norman's loved ones as they continue to wait for answers after such a ... ...Read More
    12/15/2024
    I can’t stop thinking about the community impact Sharif's case has had in Orange. It’s really un... ...Read More
    09/27/2024
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