Authorities in Newark are investigating a reported home invasion burglary that happened at a residence near Weequahic Park early this morning.
Cops were called to the 100 block of Dayton Street at around 3 a.m. for reports of a burglary with possible injuries.
Upon arrival to the scene, police located a resident of the home suffering non-life threatening injuries after reportedly being assaulted with a weapon by the suspect.
According to the victim, the suspects broke into the house then ransacked the residence before going on the attack.
An investigation is underway by the Newark Police Department.