Passaic County Shooting Incident: 16-Year-Old Charged with Attempted Murder

Violent Incident at PCTI

WAYNE, N.J. — A 16-year-old is facing serious charges after allegedly injuring two other teenagers in a shooting outside a high school football game in Wayne. The incident, which occurred at Passaic County Technical Institute (PCTI), shocked the community as reports indicated at least half a dozen shots were fired.

Details of the Shooting

According to witnesses, the shooting erupted as the game between PCTI and Lenape High School concluded. The victims, aged 15 and 16, were transported to St. Joseph’s University Medical Center in Paterson and are expected to survive their injuries. Meanwhile, the suspect was apprehended on the same night and has been charged as a juvenile with multiple offenses, including attempted murder.

• Witnesses described chaos as the shots rang out.
• Community leaders confirm that no Lenape High School students were harmed.
• Authorities are actively investigating the motive behind this violent act.

Community Reaction

The Wayne community expressed shock and concern following the shooting at PCTI. Investigators returned to the scene early Saturday to gather further evidence while local football players resumed practice, supported by parents vigilant after the unsettling events.

A mother, observing the practice, recounted her son's horrifying experience during the shooting, highlighting the urgent need for community safety and awareness.