On October 31, 2018, 23-year-old Jamil Thompson was fatally shot in Newark’s South Ward. The shooting occurred in the afternoon and was one of two unrelated fatal shootings in the city within about five hours. Emergency responders found Thompson after the gunfire and he died of his injuries despite medical attention.

Public reports from the time give few details about what led to the shooting. No motive or suspect information was made public, and updates on the investigation or any arrest were not disclosed. The case underscores the toll of gun violence in the community.

If anyone knew Jamil, saw activity in the South Ward that afternoon, or has information relevant to the investigation, please come forward.