Police seek help identifying suspects in e-bike theft

Police seek help identifying suspects in e-bike theft

NEWARK, NJ — Police are investigating an e-bike theft that took place on Saturday. Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr. is asking the public to help identify two male suspects connected to the incident.

A victim reported that he secured his e-bike to a railing outside a store in the 700 block of Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Boulevard around 2:30 p.m. Upon returning at approximately 4 p.m., he discovered his e-bike was missing.

Detectives describe the first suspect as a Black male wearing a white shirt. The second suspect was seen with the first suspect following the theft.

Miranda urges anyone with information regarding either suspect to contact the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477). All anonymous tips are kept confidential and could lead to a reward.

Anonymous tips can also be submitted via the Police Division’s website.

The investigation continues as authorities gather more information regarding the suspects involved.

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