Newark police request assistance in identifying robbery and assault suspect

Newark, NJ – The Newark Public Safety Department is seeking the community’s assistance to identify a suspect involved in a robbery and assault case that occurred on September 24. Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé released surveillance images of the suspect to aid the investigation.

The incident began with an argument over alleged vehicle damage near the 400 block of Clinton Avenue. At approximately 4:50 p.m., a man emerged from his vehicle at Clinton Avenue and Bergen Street, confronting the victim over purported damage to his car. The victim checked the vehicle for damage and, finding none, was subsequently assaulted by the man and a passenger, who punched and kicked him.

While the victim was on the ground, the passenger attempted to steal his wallet but did not succeed. Following the altercation, the attackers fled east on Clinton Avenue in their vehicle. Authorities believe the suspect passenger may often be seen in the vicinity of Clinton Avenue, specifically from Chadwick Avenue to Seymour Avenue, and near the intersection of Clinton Avenue and Farley Avenue.

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