Police in Newark are reporting that members of its 2nd Detective Bureau and the Narcotics Enforcement Team arrested three adults and two juveniles wanted in connection with several robberies in the city's North Ward.
According to a statement released by Newark Police Director Anthony Ambrose, on November 20th, there were two robberies in the 2nd Precinct on Broadway that occurred minutes apart.
Director Ambrose said Surveillance video-assisted the police with identifying the suspects as three males and three females.
According to Director Ambrose, an alert 2nd Squad detective, on his way to work, observed two males fitting the description and wearing clothing that matched the description of the suspects wanted for the robberies.
With the help of the 2nd Precinct Narcotics Enforcement Team, police were able to capture and arrest the males, both juveniles, and charge them with robbery and conspiracy Director Ambrose said.
Through a further investigation, detectives identified female suspects who authorities charged with conspiracy to commit robbery for their involvement Director Ambrose said.
Police took the following ladies into custody: Ms. Tamia McCall, Ms. Versace Washington and Ms. Camille Sweeny, all 18-year-old city residents.
Authorities are continuing to search for a 5’10” to 6’ tall, 17-year-old male suspect with a dark complexion and wearing dark clothing who remains at large.
Director Ambrose urges anyone with information about this suspect or the robberies is urged 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.