Newark police seek public’s help ID’ing armed robbery suspect at car wash

July 24, 2025
Newark police seek public’s help ID'ing armed robbery suspect at car wash

NEWARK, NJ — Newark authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect who robbed a car wash attendant at gunpoint earlier this month.

According to Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr., the incident occurred around 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, July 6, at the Zap Lube Car Wash located in the 400 block of McCarter Highway. The suspect approached an employee, displayed a firearm, and stole $500 in cash belonging to the business before fleeing the scene.

Newark police seek public’s help ID'ing armed robbery suspect at car wash

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Newark Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS. Tips may remain anonymous and could be eligible for a reward.