Newark Man Convicted in July Shooting | Newark News

A Newark man, Daishaun Mercer, 26, was handed a guilty verdict on all charges—including first-degree attempted murder—after a July 2025 shooting outside a bar on Academy Street. The jury deliberated just two hours before convicting him for firing six shots at Dominique Horne, 35, who suffered life-threatening injuries, including a head wound. Prosecutors emphasized the conviction as a firm message against gun violence and praised the Newark PD’s relentless investigation. Mercer’s sentencing is scheduled for September 26, 2026. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bc89ef83d25873ca