NJ man gunned down at anti-violence event

PATERSON, N.J. - August 4, 2010

Paterson police say 39-year-old Robert Godfrey was shot in the head while arguing with another man Tuesday.

Police on Wednesday are searching for Marlon Rochester. The 30-year-old has been charged with Godfrey's murder and weapons offenses.

Lt. Ron Humphrey says witnesses saw the two men arguing loudly when Rochester pulled a gun and shot Godfrey once in the head.

National Night Out is observed across the U.S. as an annual event meant to heighten drug and crime prevention awareness.

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Information from: The Record of Bergen County, http://www.northjersey.com

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