A body was found behind a dumpster near the bleachers at Shabazz High School Stadium in Newark’s South Ward on the night of Thursday, March 21, 2024. The victim was identified as 42-year-old Akmid Shadee Sutton, who had been fatally shot and was pronounced dead at the scene. The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office took charge of the homicide investigation after officers responded to reports of suspicious activity and secured the area.

No immediate arrests were reported in the days following the discovery, and authorities appealed to the public for information as the investigation remained active. Funeral arrangements were handled by Al Firdous Funeral Home in Irvington. If anyone saw activity near Shabazz High School Stadium that night or has information about Sutton’s death, please come forward to aid the inquiry.