By: Tracie Carter
Newark police are actively investigating an early morning robbery that occurred in the city's South Ward.
The incident was reported at approximately 2:30 a.m. in the vicinity of 20th Street and Avon Avenue.
Police responded swiftly to the scene, initiating a search for the suspect who fled the area after the robbery.
According to preliminary information, the victim of the robbery was a cab driver.
The suspect was described as wearing a brown leather jacket and a light-colored hoodie. While there were no reports of weapons displayed, the suspect may have verbally indicated the presence of a firearm.
No injuries were reported as a result of the incident, and the suspect is at large.