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Suspect Wanted for Pointing Gun at Victim in Newark’s West Ward

Newark

Police officials in Newark request the public’s assistance in identifying a male suspect wanted in an incident of aggravated assault that occurred on Monday, August 5.

Police said at approximately 9 a.m., a male pointed a gun at a driver in the 100 block of Kerrigan Boulevard.

The victim called out to a man directing a vehicle out of a driveway when the male exited the vehicle and pointed a handgun at the victim.

Detectives investigating this incident have obtained a photo of the suspect, who is described as 6-ft. tall and wearing blue sweat pants with a white stripe on the side and a white t-shirt.

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 Newark 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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