NEWARK, N.J. — (NEWARK, N.J.) -- A suspect is at large after two police officers were shot while serving a search warrant in Newark, New Jersey, law enforcement sources told ABC News.
Police are still searching for the gunman, who appears to have fired from an elevated location, likely a window, the sources said.
Newark police have named a suspect, Kendall Howard. The Essex County Prosecutor's Office has authorized charges against Howard of two counts of attempted murder, as well as unauthorized possession of a weapon and unauthorized possession of a weapon for unlawful purposes. New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy tweeted,"I am aware of and closely monitoring an unfolding situation in Newark. I am in touch with local authorities and the State is providing resources as requested. We will continue to support local law enforcement and ensure that all residents are safe."Listen
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