Police officials in Newark request the public’s assistance in identifying a male suspect wanted in a robbery that occurred today.
According to police, at approximately 1:30 a.m., a male suspect entered the Exxon Gas Station, located at 1425 McCarter Highway, and repeatedly struck a worker while demanding cash.
Police say a second worker intervened by giving the man cash to end the attack. The suspect fled the scene and the victim was transported to University Hospital for treatment.
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 our streets.
The suspect is described as wearing white shorts, black sneakers and having short hair.
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.