Newark Police said a $150,000.00 warrant has been issued for Alexander Marfisi, 26, and Adam Aquino, 27, both of Newark in connection with an Aggravated Assault against a Police Sergeant Saturday in the area of Grafton Avenue and Oraton Street.
According to a police press release, at approximately 2:15 a.m., a police sergeant canvassing the area heard gunshots and observed a black, 4-door Honda Civic traveling at a high rate of speed on Grafton Avenue.
The sergeant attempted a motor vehicle stop, but the suspects refused to pull the vehicle over police said.
The passenger of the suspect vehicle pointed a gun at the police sergeant before evading police in the area of Ridge Street and Ballantine Parkway according to police accounts.
The sergeant did not fire his weapon during the incident.
The suspect vehicle was later found in the area of Ridge Street and Elwood Avenue.
Police have also recovered the handgun on Parker Street.
As part of their investigation, detectives have determined that Alexander Marfisi and Adam Aquino are suspects in this Aggravated Assault.
Police are barging both suspects with Aggravated Assault On a Police Officer, Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, Eluding, Conspiracy and Discharge of a Firearm police said.
“The sergeant showed great restraint when faced with an imminent threat to his life,” said Public Safety Director Anthony F. Ambrose.
"NOTE: Aquino is pictured in the image on the right wearing the grey hoodie."
Anyone with information about these suspects is urged 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.