Newark police are searching for a suspected porch pirate who was caught on surveillance video stealing a desktop computer just minutes after it was delivered by fedex.
Newark police are searching for a suspected porch pirate who was caught on surveillance video stealing a desktop computer just minutes after it was delivered by FedEx.

Porch Pirate Caught on Camera Stealing FedEx Computer Minutes After Delivery in Newark

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August 10, 2026
Newark police are asking for the public's help identifying a man who allegedly stole a desktop computer from a home's front porch just minutes after it was delivered by FedEx.

NEWARK, N.J. — The Newark Police Division is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect accused of stealing a recently delivered computer from the front porch of a home in the city’s West Ward.

According to the Newark Department of Public Safety, the theft occurred on Saturday, Aug. 9, along 18th Avenue between Smith and Mead streets.

Authorities said a FedEx driver delivered a desktop computer to the residence at approximately 10:28 a.m. Surveillance cameras recorded the suspect approaching the home just seven minutes later.

Theft captured on surveillance video

Police said the suspect was captured on video taking the package at approximately 10:35 a.m., shortly after it had been left on the porch.

Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda Sr. is asking residents to help identify the man.

“Several minutes later, at 10:35 a.m., the suspect was captured on surveillance video taking the computer,” the department said in its public alert.

The suspect is described as a Black man with a medium build, an unkempt beard and a matted Afro. He was wearing a black tank top, black pants and white sneakers at the time of the theft.

Package thefts often increase during periods of heavy residential deliveries, and police encourage residents to retrieve packages promptly or use secure delivery options when available.

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

Key Points

  • Newark police are searching for a suspect accused of stealing a FedEx-delivered desktop computer.
  • Surveillance video captured the theft about seven minutes after the package was delivered.
  • Detectives are asking anyone who recognizes the suspect to contact Crime Stoppers.

FAQ

Where did the theft occur?
On 18th Avenue between Smith and Mead streets in Newark.

What was stolen?
A desktop computer delivered by FedEx.

How soon after delivery was it taken?
Police said the suspect stole the package about seven minutes after it was delivered.

Do police have surveillance video?
Yes. Investigators said the theft was captured on surveillance cameras.

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

Source: Newark Department of Public Safety, Newark Police Division

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