Homicide — Elizabeth, NJ — reported 2026-06-20

SUMMARY

A 17-year-old male from Elizabeth was charged with aggravated manslaughter and weapons offenses in connection with the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old boy.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Homicide
  • Location: Elizabeth, NJ
  • Date reported: 2026-06-20
  • Suspect: male, age 17
  • Victim(s): 1 (15-year-old male)
  • Status: charged

REPORTED DETAILS

  • {'A 17-year-old Elizabeth resident was charged with aggravated manslaughter and weapons offenses in connection with the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old boy on June 5, 2026, at Florida Street.': None}
  • {'The victim, a 15-year-old male, sustained a gunshot wound that resulted in his death upon arrival of police officers.': None}
  • {'Police responded to reports of gunfire and found the victim suffering from a fatal gunshot wound on June 5 at approximately 10:15 p.m.': None}