Montclair police officer shot: officials
MONTCLAIR, N.J. (PIX11) – A police officer was shot in Montclair, New Jersey, Monday afternoon, authorities said.
The incident happened in the 100 block of Forest Street in Montclair, according to the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office. A civilian was also injured during the incident, authorities said.
"I can confirm that a police officer and a civilian have been transported to University Hospital in Newark for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office is investigating," Chief Assistant Prosecutor Thomas Fennelly said.
“Please keep him in your prayers,” the New Jersey State PBA posted on social media.
Additional information about the incident wasn’t immediately available.
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