More recently, on January 10, 2026, JCPD officers responded to a report of a person with a gun. Upon arrival, officers engaged in a foot pursuit with a suspect matching the caller’s description. The suspect was apprehended, and a handgun was recovered.
Subsequent ballistic analysis confirmed that the recovered firearm was used in both of the earlier shooting incidents.
Following further investigation, the Ceasefire Unit obtained a warrant for the juvenile suspect’s arrest. On February 9, 2026, members of the Ceasefire Unit, with assistance from the JCPD Street Crimes Unit, arrested the suspect on Bidwell Avenue without incident.
The 15-year-old male is facing the following charges:
- 2C:5-1 Criminal Attempt
- 2C:11-3 Murder
- 2C:39-4A Unlawful Purpose Firearms
- 2C:39-5B Unlawful Possession of a Handgun
- 2C:58-6.1 Possession of a Firearm by a Minor
Mayor James Solomon praised the work of the department and reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to public safety. “This case shows what happens when we invest in smart, targeted enforcement and hold violent offenders accountable,” Mayor Solomon said. “We will continue to support the men and women of the Jersey City Police Department as they work every day to prevent future violence.”
“Our officers followed the evidence, connected the dots across multiple incidents, and removed a dangerous firearm from our streets,” said Acting Public Safety Director Anthony Ambrose. “This is focused police work that directly protects our neighborhoods.”
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information related to this or other incidents is encouraged to contact the Jersey City Police Department or submit tips anonymously through email at policetips@njjcps.org or by calling 855-JCP-TIPS.
