Newark Man Wanted for Questioning in Recent Shooting

Newark Man Wanted for Questioning in Recent Shooting

NEWARK, NJ – Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé has issued a public request for assistance in locating Johnny C. Vallejo-Melendez, 28, for questioning regarding a shooting incident on November 2. The incident occurred in the 600 block of N. 7th Street. Detectives are actively investigating the case, which resulted in no reported injuries.

Director Fragé emphasizes the importance of community cooperation and urges anyone with information about Vallejo-Melendez’s whereabouts to contact the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477)