Toddler Dies After 20-Story Fall from Newark Apartment Tower

UPDATE: A tragic incident has unfolded in Newark, where a toddler has died after falling 20 stories from the Elizabeth Towers apartment building. Authorities received the emergency call at 7 a.m. and found the child unresponsive on the ground below.

Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens II confirmed that the fall appears to be an accident. The child’s identity has not yet been released, but neighbors report the family hails from Ghana.

Residents of the aging tower have voiced serious concerns about the building’s maintenance and safety conditions. Eyewitnesses noted that some windows were covered with garbage bags, while others were sealed with cardboard and plywood, raising alarming questions about safety protocols. One resident described the building as “old” and in dire need of renovation, while another mentioned that the maintenance staff is severely understaffed.

Authorities urge anyone with information regarding this incident to contact the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Tips Line at 877-TIPS-4EC (877-847-7432).

This heartbreaking event underscores the pressing need for improved safety measures in residential buildings, especially those housing families. As the investigation unfolds, the community is left reeling from the devastating loss.

Stay tuned for updates as authorities continue to assess the circumstances surrounding this tragedy.