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UPDATE: Male Wanted for Questioning in Shots Fired Incident in Newark’s West Ward

Newark

Police in Newark seeks the public’s help with identifying A male suspect wanted for questioning in a criminal mischief incident that occurred on Friday, March 27.

A criminal mischief occurred in the area of 960 18th Avenue, Newark.

A firearm was discharged in the area of 960 18th Avenue, with police observing property damage consistent with gunfire.

Police say the suspect is described as a male with a medium complexion with dark framed glasses wearing a dark colored winter hat, dark colored jacket with a hood, a grey sweatshirt with a hood under the dark colored jacket, dark colored pants, and dark colored shoes.

Detectives investigating this incident are seeking the public’s help in quickly identifying this suspect as part of this investigation.

Director Ambrose urges anyone with information about the suspect to call the Division's 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695- 8477).

All anonymous Crime Stopper tips are kept confidential and could result in a reward.

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