Jawan Carson, a 23-year-old Black man, was fatally shot on the night of March 22, 2014, near 18th Avenue and Smith Street in Newark, New Jersey. He was taken to a nearby hospital but died the following morning. Another 24-year-old man was also seriously wounded and listed in critical condition.

Law enforcement has not disclosed the type of weapon used, the number of people involved, or a motive. The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office is leading the investigation. No arrests or public identification of suspects have been announced.

If anyone was in the area that night or has information about the shooting, please share what you know with investigators.