Crime · Newark
Man convicted in 2025 fatal shooting on N.J. city street
Source: NJ.com Statewide · Jul 22, 2026, 12:03 PM
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A man has been convicted in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred on a Newark street in 2025. Wadi Brown was found guilty in the death of Keion Alston, a 20-year-old victim.
The conviction concludes a significant criminal case in the Essex County area.
Key points
- Wadi Brown convicted of murder in Newark shooting
- Victim Keion Alston, 20 years old, was killed
- Incident occurred in 2025 in Newark, New Jersey
- Essex County criminal justice case
- Fatal street shooting in N.J. city
FAQ
- Who was convicted in this Newark shooting case?
- Wadi Brown was convicted of killing Keion Alston, 20, in a fatal shooting that occurred on a Newark street.
- When did the shooting that led to this conviction occur?
- The fatal shooting took place in 2025 in Newark, New Jersey.
- Who was the victim in this case?
- The victim was Keion Alston, a 20-year-old who was shot and killed on a Newark street.
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