Jihad Hawkins, 26, was fatally shot in Newark, New Jersey, on July 8, 2016. He was found on the 100 block of Garside Street suffering from gunshot wounds and died despite emergency treatment. The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office and Newark Police Department led the homicide investigation.

Initial reports gave few details about motive or the sequence of events before the shooting. Authorities appealed to the public for information as they worked to identify and apprehend those responsible. The killing was one of two separate fatal shootings in the city that day, which stretched investigative resources. No information about suspects or arrests in Hawkins’ death was reported in the material provided.

If anyone knew Jihad, saw activity on Garside Street that evening, or has information that could help, please come forward.