Police officials in Newark requests the public’s help with identifying suspects who are wanted for stealing an ATM machine from a commercial business today (Saturday). Police said the suspects, captured on surveillance video, used a handsaw to remove the padlocks of a store between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. in the 100 block of Park Avenue.
According to police, once inside, the suspects took the ATM machine and placed it in the trunk of a silver Audi they were driving.
The vehicle, which has tinted windows, was last seen traveling northbound on Highland Avenue after suspect #2 went back into the store to take money from the cash register according to police. One of the suspects is described as 5’9” and 150 pounds with a dark skin complexion. His clothing was all black and he was wearing a dark colored face mask.
Police say the other male is described as 5’9’’ and 190 pounds with a light skin complexion. He wore a black sweat shirt with a hood and Steampunk design, light blue denim pants, black shoes, black knit hat and a black face mask. While police are actively searching for the suspects, they seek the public’s help so they can be quickly located.
Director Ambrose urges anyone with information about their whereabouts to call the Division's 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1- 877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477).
All anonymous Crime Stopper tips are kept confidential and could result in a reward.