Police Investigating Burglary at Newton Street School

Newark Police Department - File Photo
Newark Police Department - File Photo

NEWARK, NJ – On Thursday, at around 4 am, a burglary took place at Newton Street School, Newark.

The incident prompted a call for public assistance from Newark Public Safety Director, Fritz Fragé.

The suspect, a bearded Black male, was caught on surveillance footage entering the school through an unlocked window and stealing several items which he then put into a shopping cart.

He was seen wearing a grey hoodie with the NY Giants logo on the sleeve, a green-colored shirt, a dark Nike hat, and dark sneakers.

Anyone with information about the suspect is encouraged to call the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477).