Two dead in shooting at NJ house party

The New Jersey State Police said two people are dead and 12 others are injured after a shooting at a house party on Saturday. 

Police said in a statement on Facebook that they responded to a home in Fairfield Township around 11:50 p.m. and discovered a 30-year-old man and 25-year-old woman dead.

State Police Investigating Shooting in Cumberland County, 14 Shot and 2 Confirmed Deaths

The NJSP is investigating a fatal shooting that killed a man and a woman and injured 12 others at a residential party in Cumberland County last night.
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— NJSP – State Police (@NJSP) May 23, 2021

Police also discovered 12 other victims who were suffering from injuries, with one of the victims in critical condition, according to the police statement. All were sent to a nearby hospital. 

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy (D) on Sunday urged residents of the state to help police by sharing any information they know about the shooting. 

“We urge anyone with information to step forward, so those responsible can be brought to justice. This remains an active investigation with many moving parts. More information will be released as it is available and confirmed,” Murphy said in his statement. 

Since late last night, the @NJSP and county and local law enforcement in Cumberland County have been investigating the horrific mass shooting at a large house party in Fairfield Township that attracted hundreds of party-goers. pic.twitter.com/zA2dRvJ9Dq

— Governor Phil Murphy (@GovMurphy) May 23, 2021

The New Jersey State Police said no arrests have been made and that the motive behind the shooting remains unclear. They are still investigating the shooting.