New Jersey Murder at Anti-Violence Block Party
A National Night Out event in Patterson, NJ turned deadly when one man, age 39, was shot in the head and killed during an argument with another man on August 3, according to NorthJersey.com. Eyewitnesses say the two men were arguing loudly when the shooting occurred. Ironically, the National Night Out event, which is held in various cities across the country, is an anti-violence gathering which is meant to heighten awareness about crime prevention.
The suspect, a 30 year old male, turned himself in after finding out there was a warrant for his arrest. The suspect has been charged with murder and other weapons offenses. The reason the suspect allegedly shot the 39 year old block party attendee is not yet known and police have yet to recover the firearm used in the crime.
Murder charges are very serious in the state of New Jersey and nationwide. If someone is convicted of murder, they will be sentenced to serve significant time in prison. Depending on the circumstances of the case, the crime may carry a life sentence without the chance of parole.
If you or a loved one has been accused of murder, or another violent crime, you’ll want to seek legal counsel as soon as possible. The consequences of a murder conviction are severe and can significantly alter the life and future of the accused person. The New Jersey murder defense attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein have over twenty years combined experience in handling murder cases and will diligently defend your rights. Our lawyers will meticulously examine the details of your case in order to build a strong defense and earn you the best possible outcome. Contact Lependorf & Silverstein today at (609) 240-0040.
