Three Arrested in Englewood Shooting

Suspects charged with attempted murder, drug offenses, and weapons violations

Apr. 7, 2026 at 2:53am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a spent .25 caliber shell casing against a pitch-black background, capturing the metallic texture and dramatic shadows to create a stark, gritty, investigative visual representation of the shooting incident.A recent spate of gun violence in Englewood exposes the need for continued efforts to address the root causes of crime in the community.Lodi Today

Three men have been arrested in connection with a shooting in Englewood, New Jersey that left a 33-year-old man hospitalized. Joshua M. Khan, 19, of Englewood; Louis B. Placide, 20, of Cresskill; and Jalen S. Everett, 24, of Lodi, were apprehended following an investigation by the Bergen County Prosecutor's Office and the Englewood Police Department.

Why it matters

Gun violence and drug-related crimes continue to be major issues in many urban communities. This incident highlights the need for continued law enforcement efforts to address these problems and keep neighborhoods safe.

The details

According to authorities, on April 1 around 11 a.m., police responded to reports of shots fired in the area of the Park View Housing Apartments in Englewood. They found a 33-year-old man with gunshot injuries who was transported to the hospital in stable condition. Detectives determined that Khan fired a .25 caliber handgun five times, striking the victim twice, before fleeing. Placide and Everett were present at the shooting and were apprehended as they tried to flee the scene. Placide was found with a 9mm handgun, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia, while Everett had 40 ounces of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.

  • On April 1, at approximately 11 a.m., the Englewood Police Department responded to reports of shots fired.
  • On April 1, Placide and Everett were arrested at the scene.
  • On April 2, Khan was located and arrested in Elmwood Park.

The players

Joshua M. Khan

A 19-year-old resident of Englewood who was charged with first-degree attempted murder, second-degree possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, second-degree possession of a weapon, and third-degree hindering apprehension.

Louis B. Placide

A 20-year-old resident of Cresskill who was charged with second-degree possession of a weapon during the commission of a controlled dangerous substance offense, second-degree possession of a handgun for an unlawful purpose, second-degree unlawful possession of a weapon, two counts of second-degree possession of a controlled dangerous substance with intent to distribute within 500 feet of a public park, third-degree possession of a firearm within a public park, third-degree possession with intent to distribute marijuana, fourth-degree possession of hollow nose ammunition, fourth-degree possession with intent to distribute drug paraphernalia, fourth-degree possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Jalen S. Everett

A 24-year-old resident of Lodi who was charged with two counts of second-degree distribution of a controlled dangerous substance, third-degree distribution of a controlled dangerous substance, fourth-degree possession with intent to distribute drug paraphernalia, fourth-degree possession of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Mark Musella

The Bergen County Prosecutor who announced the arrests.

Englewood Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the shooting and assisted in the investigation.

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What’s next

The three suspects were remanded to the Bergen County Jail pending their first appearances in Bergen County Superior Court in Hackensack.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges of gun violence and drug-related crimes in many urban communities. While law enforcement efforts led to the arrests, it highlights the need for continued collaboration between police, prosecutors, and community stakeholders to address the root causes of such violence and keep neighborhoods safe.