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UPDATE: Husband Sought for the Alleged Murder of His Wife in Newark

Newark

Authorities have issued a warrant for the arrest of a man in the murder of his wife this week.

Police charged Steven Damon, 47, charged in with the murder of his wife, Tanya Y. Morris, according to police.

Two children that belonged to the couple were not injured in the incident.

He is considered armed and dangerous, prosecutors said. Police believe Damon has family in New York and possibly North Carolina.

Anyone with information is advised to contact the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office Homicide/Major Crimes Task Force tips line at: (877) TIPS-4EC or (877) 847-7432.

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