police-shooting · Newark, New Jersey

What happened after the Newark police shooting of Wali Bey in January 2026?

What happened?

The investigation into the January 19, 2026, fatal police-involved shooting of Wali Bey by Newark Police Officer Nashid Reynolds is ongoing, with no criminal charges filed against the officer as of March 2026. The New Jersey Attorney General's Office released body camera footage and radio recordings in March 2026, while Bey's family and community groups continue to demand accountability.

Unresolved or unknown

Last checked: Jun 20, 2026
Sources: New Jersey Office of the Attorney General; Daily Voice; FOX 5 NY

Timeline

  1. Newark Police Officer Nashid Reynolds fatally shoots Wali Bey during an encounter related to suspected narcotics activity near Ross Street and Thorne Street. Another civilian in Bey's vehicle is wounded.

  2. Wali Bey's family members begin demanding answers and accountability for the shooting, with protests held.

  3. Community Movement Builders Newark issues a statement on the killing of Wali Bey, criticizing the police actions and demanding accountability.

  4. The New Jersey Office of the Attorney General releases radio recordings and video footage from five police body-worn cameras related to the incident.

  5. Newark Mayor Ras Baraka issues a statement describing the shooting as a 'heartbreaking tragedy' and announces the City of Newark will conduct its own independent investigation after the criminal process concludes.

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