US Firing: American councilor shot dead in car outside his house, police engaged in investigation

Pankaj Prasad
New Jersey councilwoman shot dead
New Jersey councilwoman shot dead

A New Jersey councilwoman from Sayreville was allegedly shot and killed in her car on Wednesday night.

A New Jersey councilwoman from Sayreville was allegedly shot and killed in her car on Wednesday night. The age of Mutak is said to be 30 years. He has been identified as Yunis Dwmfor. She was found dead inside her white Nissan SUV. He was hit by several bullets. The car was found crashed near Camelot at the La Mer apartment complex in Sayreville. Police believe she was targeted during the shooting, but a clear motive for the incident is not known.

The Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office said a 911 call was received at approximately 7:22 p.m. for shots fired. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy said he was shocked by the news of the councilman's death. Murphy said in a statement that his career in public service was just beginning. He had already built a reputation as a committed member of the Borough Council, who took his responsibilities diligently and seriously. I extend my condolences to Councilwoman Dwumfor's family, friends, her Governing Body colleagues and the entire Sayreville community. Sayreville Mayor Victoria Kilpatrick said in a statement that the entire community is shocked and saddened by this loss.