NJ State Trooper Shot in Paterson While on Patrol: What to Know

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A New Jersey State Trooper was shot in the leg while on patrol in the city of Paterson overnight. Here's is what we know so far.

One person is in custody, and authorities are thought to be looking for other suspects. Here's what we know so farA New Jersey State Trooper was shot in the leg while on patrol in the city of Paterson overnight, and while he is expected to be OK, law enforcement is still looking for suspects, officials said Thursday.

Paterson Mayor Andre Sayegh confirmed via text the trooper was being treated for a lower leg wound at a hospital. Sayegh also said the wounded trooper had been on a joint detail with Paterson police at the time of the shooting, though the mayor didn't elaborate on the nature of the assignment.

 

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