E-scooter thief flees after botched bolt cutter attempt at Seton Hall Law School
Newark, NJ – Authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man caught on camera trying to steal an electric scooter from a bike rack at Seton Hall Law School before being confronted by campus security and fleeing the scene.
The attempted theft occurred around 12:34 p.m. on Monday, October 27, in the 1100 block of Raymond Boulevard. Surveillance footage shows the suspect approaching the bike rack with a sharp tool, believed to be bolt cutters, and attempting to cut the lock on an e-scooter.
A public safety official from the law school intervened before the theft could be completed. The suspect then abandoned the attempt and fled on foot, walking east on Raymond Boulevard toward McCarter Highway.
According to Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr., the suspect is believed to be connected to at least two prior e-scooter thefts at the school. He is described as approximately 5’8” tall, with a light to medium complexion, and was wearing a blue puffer jacket with black and blue pants at the time of the incident.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Newark Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS. All tips remain confidential and may be eligible for a reward.
Key Points
- Man attempted to steal e-scooter at Seton Hall Law School on October 27
- Suspect fled after being confronted by campus safety official
- Police believe he may be linked to two previous e-scooter thefts