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Armed Robbery Suspects Sought by Newark Police

Newark

Officials are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying males wanted in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on Dec. 10th.

According to authorities, at approximately 3:50 p.m., a man doing repairs outside 19th Avenue residence near South 20th Street was robbed at gunpoint and assaulted by two men who exited a dark gray Nissan Pathfinder.

Police described the suspect as approximately 6’2” tall, who was last seen wearing a black ski mask, gray hoodie and black pants.

The second suspect is described as approximately 5’7” tall, wearing glasses, a gray bubble coat, and a black ski mask. Officials say both men were in possession of handguns during the incident.

Robbery detectives investigating this incident obtained photos of the suspects and are seeking the public’s assistance in quickly identifying them and removing them from the streets.

Anyone with information about these suspects is asked 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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