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Manhunt Underway for Suspect in Thanksgiving Day Homicide in Elizabeth, NJ

Elizabeth, NJ – November 23, 2023

A manhunt is currently underway in Elizabeth, New Jersey, as authorities intensify their search for Gerard Manning, the prime suspect in the brutal killing of a 30-year-old woman on Thanksgiving Day. The Union County Prosecutor’s Office has confirmed that Manning, a 30-year-old resident of Elizabeth, has been charged with first-degree murder, along with several weapon-related offenses and endangering the welfare of a child.

The tragic incident took place in the early morning hours of November 23 at Mravlag Manor, a residential complex in Elizabeth. Elizabeth Police Officers promptly responded to a distress call reporting a homicide and discovered the lifeless body of Victoria Myers, a resident of Elizabeth, upon arrival at the scene.

The investigation into this heinous crime is still ongoing, and law enforcement agencies are appealing to the public for any information that may assist in locating and apprehending Manning. Individuals with relevant information are urged to contact Sergeant Filipe Afonso of the Prosecutor’s Office at 908-965-3807, Detective Alex Lanza at 908-337-0807, or Detective Tom Gaines of the Elizabeth Police Department at 908-418-6434.

In addition to the contact numbers provided, anonymous tips can be submitted by phone at 908-654-TIPS (8477) or online at www.uctip.org. It is important to note that tips leading to an indictment and subsequent conviction may qualify for a reward of up to $10,000, offered by the Union County Crime Stoppers.

The search for Manning is being conducted diligently, with law enforcement agencies leaving no stone unturned in their efforts to bring him to justice. The community is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity or sightings of the suspect.

This tragic incident has shaken the Elizabeth community, leaving residents in shock and mourning the loss of a young woman’s life. The local authorities have assured the public that every resource available will be utilized to ensure the perpetrator faces the full extent of the law.

The Union County Prosecutor’s Office and the Elizabeth Police Department are working collaboratively to solve this case. As details emerge in the ongoing investigation, the community eagerly awaits justice for Victoria Myers and closure for her grieving family.

If you have any information related to this case, please email alexis.tarrazi@patch.com, and your confidentiality will be respected.

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