NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects involved in a carjacking that occurred in the city’s North Ward on Thursday afternoon.
At approximately 1:10 p.m., a man parking his vehicle on the 100 block of Sylvan Avenue was confronted by an armed man who demanded his car keys, according to Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr. A second suspect entered the front passenger seat before the two fled the scene eastbound toward Broadway in the stolen vehicle.
In addition to the car, the victim’s wallet, personal belongings, and EZ-Pass transponder were taken, authorities said. The armed suspect is described as a Hispanic male, while the second suspect is described as a Black male.
Police have released a photo of the armed suspect and are asking anyone with information to contact the Newark Police Division’s Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477). Tipsters can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward.
The stolen vehicle has not yet been recovered as of Friday morning.