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ALERT: Suspect Wanted in Connection to Downtown Newark Robbery

Newark

Police officials in Newark request the public’s assistance in identifying a male suspect wanted in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on Sunday, August 4.

Police say at approximately 10 a.m., a man was robbed at gunpoint by a male who exited a dark-colored, older model vehicle in the 400 block of Halsey Street.

According to police, the suspect left the scene in his vehicle, heading west toward Lincoln Park.

The individual depicted in the photo used the victim’s credit card at an area business police said.

While police are actively searching for this suspect, they seek the public’s help in quickly identifying him so that he can be removed from our streets.

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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