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ALERT: Man Wanted for Robbing Woman in Newark

Newark

A man wanted for robbing a woman on Saturday, Sept. 16th in Newark has police on the search for the suspect.

According to police, at approximately 3:10 p.m., a woman was robbed in the 400-block of Mt. Prospect Avenue.

Police said the suspect, a black man, fled by entering an awaiting vehicle that headed west onto Abington Avenue.

Authorities described the suspect as 5’9” tall with a stocky build, a bald head and a small moustache. He was last observed wearing black pants, a white T-shirt, and dark sunglasses.

The investigation is continuing.

Director Ambrose urges anyone with information about this suspect to call the Department's 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477) or 1-877-NWK-GUNS (1-877-695-4867).

All anonymous Crime Stopper tips are kept confidential and could result in a reward.

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