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One Suspect Arrested, Another Sought in Newark Armed Robbery

Newark

Authorities announced the arrest of Aaron Johnson, 26, of Newark, wanted in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on September 16th.

According to police, at approximately 5:55 a.m., officers responded the 100-block of 1st Street on a report of a robbery.

Upon arrival, officers located three male victims who were robbed inside a residence by two armed men.

Detectives developed sufficient evidence to identify Mr. Aaron Johnson as a suspect in this robbery and obtained a warrant for his arrest on charges of three counts of Robbery, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose and Conspiracy.

Detectives ultimately took Johnson into custody today without incident.

These charges are merely accusations. The suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

The investigation is continuing as a second suspect in this incident remains at large.

Anyone with information about this incident 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.

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