Bayonne Shooting Incident Leads to Multiple Arrests
Bayonne, NJ – A recent shooting incident in Bayonne has led to the arrest of three individuals, including two juveniles. The Bayonne Police Detective Bureau has been actively investigating the case, which took place on August 20, 2023, around 1:03 AM near 21st Street and Avenue E.
According to reports, officers were dispatched to the scene following reports of multiple gunshots. Witnesses at the scene reported seeing three individuals engaging in a gunfight in the vicinity of East 21st Street, East 22nd Street, and Avenue E. While no one was reported injured, a parked vehicle and a local business were damaged in the crossfire.
The investigation revealed that the two juveniles, both 17 years old, had a prior feud with a group of individuals. One of the juveniles, referred to as Juvenile 1, reportedly fired shots at the group after an encounter near the 22nd Street Hudson Bergen LightRail platform. The group dispersed but later returned with more individuals. Juvenile 2, who had initially remained on the train, returned to the scene. He brandished a firearm but did not fire. In retaliation, 18-year-old Jancarlos Rivera fired multiple rounds at Juvenile 2, causing the aforementioned property damage.
On August 22, Rivera was apprehended near East 25th Street. The firearm he used in the shooting remains missing. The following day, Juvenile 2 was taken into custody from his residence. Detectives recovered two handguns from the location, one of which was confirmed stolen from Norfolk, VA. Additionally, Juvenile 2 was identified as the suspect in a motor vehicle theft that occurred earlier in the month. He later turned himself in for this crime on August 29.
Charges are as follows:
Jancarlos Rivera:
- Aggravated Assault (with a weapon)
- Recklessly Endangering
- Criminal Mischief
- Possession of a Handgun for an Unlawful Purpose
- Unlawful Possession of a Handgun
Juvenile 1:
- Receiving Stolen Property
- Possession of a Handgun for an Unlawful Purpose
- Unlawful Possession of a Handgun
Juvenile 2:
- Possession of a Handgun for an Unlawful Purpose
- Unlawful Possession of a Handgun
- Aggravated Assault
- Motor Vehicle Theft (related to the August 2 incident)
The Bayonne community has been shaken by this incident, and local authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities. The Bayonne Police Department continues to work diligently to ensure the safety of its residents and bring those responsible for crimes to justice.
I been @Bayonne since 1994!!Great place to live with children’s,@ this point it’s scary.after all that new building.we don’t know who it’s you neighbors any more.people moved in from high rents, to paid less rents o sección 8 we don’t know who’s they are.even checked credit score but nothing else.so sad.TG we still have good police officers!!