Fatal police-involved shooting under investigation in Millville, New Jersey

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Monday, January 22, 2018
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MILLVILLE, N.J. (WPVI) -- Authorities are investigating a fatal police-involved shooting that occurred Monday morning in Millville, New Jersey.

Officials said that around 10:47 a.m. Monday morning, Edward Gandy, 47, of Dock Street called 911 to report he had a loaded gun near the intersection of HIgh and McNeal Streets.

Police responded to the area and an officer-involved shooting took place. Gandy was shot and later pronounced dead.

Officials said no firearm was recovered at the location.

The Cumberland County Prosecutor's Office issued a statement saying a deadly force investigation is underway.

Authorities said the officer involved in the shooting has been placed on administrative leave.

Anyone with information is asked to contact CCPO Detective Nicholina Pennington at 856-362-0751.

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