Newark police are searching for a suspect accused of robbing a woman of her cellphone while she was taking out the trash outside her apartment.
Newark police are searching for a suspect accused of robbing a woman of her cellphone while she was taking out the trash outside her apartment.

Woman Taking Out Trash Robbed of Cellphone Outside Newark Apartment, Police Seek Suspect

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August 10, 2026
Newark police have released surveillance images of a suspect accused of stealing a woman's cellphone as she took out the trash outside her apartment building.

NEWARK, N.J. — The Newark Police Division is asking for the public’s help identifying a robbery suspect accused of stealing a woman’s cellphone outside her apartment earlier this year.

According to the Newark Department of Public Safety, the robbery occurred at approximately 9:25 p.m. on May 12 in the 200 block of Central Avenue.

Police said the victim was taking trash outside her apartment when she was approached by the suspect, who took her cellphone before fleeing.

Police release suspect description

Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda Sr. has asked anyone who recognizes the suspect to contact investigators.

According to police, the suspect is described as standing between 5 feet 6 inches and 5 feet 7 inches tall. At the time of the robbery, he was wearing a gray jacket, a white T-shirt, a white belt, light blue ripped jeans and a blue-and-white bandana.

“At approximately 9:25 p.m., the victim was throwing out trash from her apartment in the 200 block of Central Avenue. She was approached by the suspect, who took her cellphone,” the department said in its public alert.

Detectives have released surveillance images in hopes that someone will recognize the suspect and provide information leading to his identification.

Anyone with information is urged to call the Newark Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477). Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the Newark Police Division’s website and may be eligible for a reward.

Woman taking out trash robbed of cellphone outside newark apartment, police seek suspect
Suspect wanted for robbery in newark – photo by newark dept. Of public safety.

Key Points

  • Newark police are searching for a robbery suspect accused of stealing a woman’s cellphone.
  • The victim was taking out trash outside her apartment on Central Avenue when the robbery occurred.
  • Detectives have released surveillance images and are asking the public for help identifying the suspect.

FAQ

When did the robbery happen?
At approximately 9:25 p.m. on May 12.

Where did it occur?
In the 200 block of Central Avenue in Newark.

What was stolen?
The victim’s cellphone.

Has anyone been arrested?
No arrests have been announced.

How can someone provide information?
Anyone with information can call 1-877-NWK-TIPS or submit an anonymous tip through the Newark Police Division’s website.

Source: Newark Department of Public Safety, Newark Police Division

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