Newark, NJ – Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a male suspect connected to an armed robbery that took place on August 19.
At 12:53 a.m., police were alerted to an armed robbery in the 100 block of Vermont Avenue. The victim, employed as a pizza delivery driver, had been summoned to the location for a delivery. Upon arrival, he encountered a male who claimed that another person would be coming with the payment. Shortly after, a second individual appeared, showing a handgun and striking the victim with it. The suspects took $200 and a cell phone before fleeing the scene. The victim was later treated at University Hospital and is in stable condition.
Authorities have obtained a photograph of one suspect and are seeking public assistance for identification. The individual is thought to frequently visit the 100 block of Grove Terrace in Newark.
Director Fragé encourages anyone with information to contact the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477).