By: Tracie Carter
Newark authorities are asking for the public’s help identifying a man accused of stealing personal belongings from a vehicle in the city’s South Ward.
According to a statement released by the Newark Department of Public Safety, the victim parked her vehicle in the 300 block of Renner Avenue at approximately 3 p.m. on June 22.
On June 23, surveillance video captured a Hispanic male entering the victim’s vehicle and removing several items from the trunk, officials said.
The suspect was described as wearing a gray sweater, gray sweatpants, a navy blue New York Yankees cap, and black sneakers with red soles. Investigators said he fled southbound on Goodwin Avenue after the theft.
Anyone who recognizes the suspect or has information about the incident is asked to contact the Newark Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS.