Police say, Mr. Jabari Sanders, 21, of Newark, wanted for contempt, was arrested while carrying a loaded gun last night.
According to police, at approximately 9:45 p.m., 1st Precinct police officers patrolling the area of Spruce Street near Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard, when they observed Sanders in possession of a handgun, a loaded .380 caliber.
Police immediately arrested and charged with the Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, Possession of a Prohibited Weapon (defaced handgun), Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Prescription Drugs (Promethazine) and Contempt of Court.
These charges are merely accusations.
The suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Director Ambrose urges anyone with information about these suspects 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.