Police officials in Newark are reporting that a warrant has been issued for Mr. Eddie T. White, 35, of Newark, in connection with an aggravated assault and terroristic threats that occurred today -Tuesday-.
Police say shortly after midnight, police responded to a residence in the 200-block of Weequahic Avenue on a call of an aggravated assault.
A man pointed a gun at and threatened the life of a woman he knows following a quarrel.
Police say the man fled on foot, heading southbound on Clinton Place.
Detectives investigating this incident identified Eddie T. White as a suspect in this incident and secured a warrant for his arrest on charges of Aggravated Assault, Terroristic Threats, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon and Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose.
Police described White as 5’9” tall and weighs 160 lbs.
Police say he has a dark brown complexion, brown eyes, and black hair. He also has a tattoo on his right hand featuring the word “MOB.”
Director Ambrose urges anyone with information about the whereabouts of Eddie T. White 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.
Anonymous tips may also be made using the Police Division’s website at: www.newarkpd.org or through our Smartphone App available at iTunes or on Google Play. Search Newark Police Division to download the app.