Newark Teen Found Shot In Vehicle Dies From Injuries

NEWARK, NJ — A teen found shot in a vehicle last week in Newark has died from his injuries. The shooting victim has been identified as 17-year-old Yashawn A. Hansen.

According to the Essex County Prosecutor's Office, Newark police responded to Quitman Street in Newark for a report of shots fired last Tuesday.

When officers arrived, they said they discovered Hansen along with another male in a vehicle suffering from gunshot wounds.

Both were transported to University Hospital.

Hansen died from his injuries on Friday, Nov. 19. He was pronounced dead at 4:07 p.m., authorities said.

According to police, the investigation is active and ongoing. No arrests have been made at this time.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office
Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force at 1-877-TIPS-4EC or 1-877-847-7432.

Calls will be kept confidential.