By: Richard L. Smith
Newark Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a violent assault outside Newark Penn Station that left a man unconscious.
According to information released by Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr., the incident occurred on Saturday, October 17, at approximately 7 p.m. on the Ferry Street side of the transportation hub.
Authorities said the victim was standing near his vehicle waiting for a friend when several males approached him as his friend exited the station.
An argument followed, during which the group allegedly threatened the victim.
Police said one suspect, captured on surveillance video, repeatedly punched the victim in the face while another male struck him several times in the stomach, causing him to lose consciousness.
Investigators are working to identify the suspect seen in the surveillance footage.
Anyone with information about the suspect’s identity is urged to contact the Newark Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS.