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Strong Armed Robbery Reported in Newark's East Ward

Newark

A strong armed robbery that occurred in Newark's Ironbound section has police searching for suspects.

The incident was reported at around 3:35 p.m. Monday at the Independence Park where police were called to the scene on reports of a robbery in progress.

Units canvassed the area for two black males and a heavy set black female who approached the victim and demanded a cell phone and other person possessions according to reports.

One of the suspects was reportedly riding a bike when they fled the scene.

There were no injuries reported.

The Essex County Sheriff's Department are involved in the investigation.

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