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Suspect Wanted for Armed Robbery of 48-Year-Old Woman in Downtown Newark

Newark

Police in Newark is seeking the public’s in help identifying a suspect who is wanted for a robbery that occurred in downtown Newark on Thursday.

According to police, at approximately 4:35 p.m., police responded to Commerce Street near Raymond Boulevard on a robbery call.

Police said a 48-year old woman was robbed by a male suspect who fled on foot.

While police are actively searching for the suspect, they seek the public’s assistance in quickly locating and removing the suspect from city streets.

This investigation is ongoing.

Director Ambrose is urging 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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