For Immediate Release February 22, 2018 For Further Information, Contact: Captain Glenn (973) 877-9374 Or Public Information Officer Catherine Adams (973) 733-3995 Police Seek the Public’s Help in Identifying Armed Robbery Suspect Newark Public Safety Director Anthony F. Ambrose is seeking the public’s help in identifying the below pictured suspect in an armed robbery that occurred on Wednesday, February 21. Shortly after 10:30 p.m., in the 100 block of Elm Street, the victim was transported to the hospital where he remains in critical condition after being stabbed during the robbery. The victim’s cell phone and money were taken. The suspect was observed fleeing the area. He is described as 5'7" to 5’10” with a wearing a “FILA” jacket. While police are actively searching for this suspect, we seek the public’s assistance in quickly locating and removing him from our streets. Director Ambrose urges anyone with information about this suspect 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. Anonymous tips may also be made the Police Division’s website at: or through our new Smartphone App available at iTunes or on Google Play. Search Newark Police Division to download the App. . # # #
For Immediate Release February 22, 2018 For Further Information, Contact: Captain Glenn (973) 877-9374 Or Public Information Officer Catherine Adams (973) 733-3995 Police Seek the Public’s Help in Identifying Armed Robbery Suspect Newark Public Safety Director Anthony F. Ambrose is seeking the public’s help in identifying the below pictured suspect in an armed robbery that occurred on Wednesday, February 21. Shortly after 10:30 p.m., in the 100 block of Elm Street, the victim was transported to the hospital where he remains in critical condition after being stabbed during the robbery. The victim’s cell phone and money were taken. The suspect was observed fleeing the area. He is described as 5'7" to 5’10” with a wearing a “FILA” jacket. While police are actively searching for this suspect, we seek the public’s assistance in quickly locating and removing him from our streets. Director Ambrose urges anyone with information about this suspect 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. Anonymous tips may also be made the Police Division’s website at: or through our new Smartphone App available at iTunes or on Google Play. Search Newark Police Division to download the App. . # # #