Surveillance shows person of interest in Newark Imam's murder

Police in Newark, New Jersey, have released surveillance video related to the murder of Imam Hassan Sharif. The Imam was shot outside his mosque on January 3, 2024. Authorities believe the video shows a "person of interest," identified by his unique walk. Imam Sharif suffered multiple gunshot wounds. After being taken to the hospital, he was pronounced dead. Just months before his murder, the Imam shared on Facebook that he had been attacked while going to morning prayers but had escaped that time. Sharif had worked as a transportation safety officer at Newark Airport since 2006. Friends and community members remember him as someone who dedicated himself to helping others. His mosque offered a "safe surrender" location, allowing fugitives to turn themselves in without fear. Officials say there is no link between the shooting and domestic terrorism. They are offering a reward of up to $35,000 for information that leads to an arrest.