Trenton, NJ – Deadly Shooting & Chaotic Crash Under Investigation
TRENTON, N.J. — A late-night shooting in Trenton turned deadly Friday night, leaving one man killed, two others injured, and a trail of destruction that damaged multiple vehicles and a home. Authorities say the incident is now the focus of an intense investigation by the Mercer County Homicide Task Force.
According to officials, the violence broke out around 11:25 p.m. on Friday, when Trenton Police were dispatched to the area of North Olden and Ohio Avenues after the city’s ShotSpotter system detected multiple rounds of gunfire.
When officers arrived, they discovered a chaotic crime scene. Several vehicles had crashed, at least one home sustained damage, and multiple victims were located suffering from gunshot wounds.
🚨 Victims:
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One male victim was pronounced dead shortly after being transported to the hospital.
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Two additional victims were treated for injuries sustained during the shooting and crash.
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Their conditions have not been made publicly available at this time.
Witnesses in the area reported hearing rapid gunfire followed by screeching tires and a loud crash. Authorities believe the shooting and the collisions are directly connected, though the exact chain of events is still under investigation.
The Mercer County Homicide Task Force, working alongside Trenton Police, is canvassing the neighborhood, reviewing surveillance footage, and gathering evidence to piece together what sparked the gunfire and subsequent wreck.
Officials have not released the identities of the victims pending notification of family members.
📞 Anyone with information is urged to contact the Mercer County Homicide Task Force at (609) 989-6406 or the Trenton Police Department’s tip line. Anonymous tips may also be submitted through Crime Stoppers.
This violent incident is the latest in a troubling string of shootings that have shaken Trenton communities in recent months. Residents are calling for peace, accountability, and justice for the victims and their families.
🙏 Please keep all of those impacted by this senseless act of violence in your thoughts and prayers.