By: Richard L. Smith
Police in Newark are requesting the public's assistance in identifying the suspect who assaulted a victim on August 4 in the Ironbound section of the city.
Public Safety Director Fritz Fragé reported that the incident occurred at approximately 3 p.m. near Adams and Walnut Streets.
The victim was standing in the area when the suspect, described as a short, slim, Black male, punched him in the face.
The suspect was captured on surveillance video and was seen fleeing northbound on Adams Street.
Director Fragé urges anyone with information about the suspect's identity to contact the Police Division's 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477)
