Siddiq Amin Hooper, 44, was fatally shot on the evening of May 28, 2023, in Newark’s West Ward near Plymouth Street and South Munn Avenue. Police were called at about 6:30 p.m.; officers found Hooper suffering from gunshot wounds and he was pronounced dead at the scene within about half an hour. A second man was also hit and taken to a local hospital in stable condition; his identity has not been released.

The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force is handling the investigation and has asked the public for tips. No arrests or suspect identifications have been announced and the case remains active. If anyone was in the area that evening or has information that could help, please contact investigators.?