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Newark Officials Request Assistance in Identifying Robbery Suspects

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Newark Officials Request Assistance in Identifying Robbery Suspects

**Newark, NJ** – The Newark Department of Public Safety is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying three suspects connected to a robbery that took place on October 27.

The incident occurred at approximately 1:55 a.m. on the 200 block of Park Avenue near 6th Street. A man waiting for a taxi was accosted by three individuals who stole his necklace, took $400 cash, and physically assaulted him before absconding northbound on North 6th Street.

Detectives have described the suspects as three Black males. Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda has called for anyone with relevant information to reach out.

Individuals with information can contact the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477) or submit tips via the Police Division’s website at www.newarkpublicsafety.org. Tips are anonymous, confidential, and could lead to a reward.

Victim robbed of $6,000 and iPhone as Newark police search for suspect

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**Newark, NJ -**

The Newark Department of Public Safety seeks assistance from the public to identify a man wanted for questioning in a robbery that took place on November 3. Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda has made this appeal in connection with the incident.

The robbery occurred around 3:30 a.m. on the 200 block of Park Avenue. The victim was in his vehicle when the suspect, armed with a handgun, approached and knocked on the driver’s side window. After the victim slightly opened the car door, the suspect forced it open and took $6,000 from the victim’s wallet.

The suspect also confiscated the victim’s iPhone after the victim managed to photograph the suspect’s vehicle, a beige Toyota Corolla with New Jersey registration U32RWY. Subsequently, the suspect fled the scene heading north on North 5th Street.

Director Miranda encourages anyone with information concerning the suspect’s identity to contact the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477). Tips can also be submitted anonymously via the Police Division’s website, with confidentiality assured and potential for a reward.

Armed Home Invasion Reported in Newark

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Newark Police Request Public Assistance in Home Invasion Case

**Newark, NJ** – Newark Public Safety officials are seeking the public’s assistance to identify a suspect involved in a home invasion that took place on November 16. During the incident, the suspect pointed a gun at a victim.

The invasion occurred around 5:45 p.m. after the suspect and an accomplice tried to steal an electric bike from a home on Elm Street. The bike owners pursued the suspects and managed to reclaim the bicycle after a confrontation. While the owners reported the theft at the Franklin Street precinct, the suspects returned to the home and forced their way inside, targeting a basement tenant and demanding their phone before fleeing.

The primary suspect is described as a tall, slender, light-skinned male, wearing a black hoodie and dark pants. The second suspect has a dark complexion, brown hair, medium build, and wore a blue and white jacket with multi-colored pants.

Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda has urged anyone with information about the suspect’s identity to contact the Police Division’s Crime Stoppers tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS. Information can also be submitted anonymously via the Police Division’s website.

Newark Man Arrested on Drug Charges Following Traffic Stop

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Newark Man Arrested on Drug Charges Following Traffic Stop

**Wilmington, DE** – Delaware State Police have arrested Tavon White, 28, from Newark, Delaware on drug-related charges after a traffic stop in Wilmington on Thursday afternoon.

On Thursday, around 1:40 p.m., the New Castle County Governor’s Task Force observed a Jeep Patriot committing traffic violations on Governor Printz Boulevard near 35th Street. Officers conducted a traffic stop and identified the driver as Tavon White, who was the sole occupant. It was determined that White did not have a valid driver’s license, and he was asked to exit the vehicle.

Upon exiting, police conducted a consensual search of White, which led to the discovery of 57 baggies containing approximately 1.71 grams of heroin, as well as $1,504 in suspected drug proceeds. White was subsequently arrested without incident.

White was taken to Troop 1 where he faced various charges. He was arraigned by Justice of the Peace Court 11 and later committed to Howard R. Young Correctional Institution with a cash bond of $3,150. Charges include possession with intent to deliver a controlled substance and driving with a suspended license.

Suspect in Newark Pharmacy Burglary Arrested, Others At Large

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Suspect in Newark Pharmacy Burglary Arrested, Others At Large

**Newark, DE** – The Delaware State Police have arrested Janine McAlonan, 39, from Perkiomenville, Pennsylvania, in connection with a burglary at a Newark area pharmacy. Two accomplices, Christopher Welch, 42, and another unidentified individual, remain at large.

Troopers responded to a burglary report on October 26 at approximately 3:00 a.m. at Saveway Compound Pharmacy on Albe Drive. Two suspects forcibly entered the pharmacy, stealing a safe containing cash and controlled substances worth several thousand dollars, which they placed into a dark-colored SUV provided by an unidentified driver who fled the scene.

Investigations, in collaboration with other law enforcement agencies, identified Welch and McAlonan as suspects in this and similar incidents in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Warrants for burglary and related charges have been issued, though the third suspect remains unidentified without a description available.

On Monday, McAlonan surrendered to police at Troop 1, facing multiple felony charges including burglary and theft, and was released on an $11,000 unsecured bond after arraignment. Welch is still wanted, with the Delaware State Police urging those with information on his

Theft Suspect Sought in Newark

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NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in the theft of a duffel bag outside a residence …

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Delaware State Police Pursue and Arrest Newark Resident for Drug and Traffic Offenses

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Delaware State Police Pursue and Arrest Newark Resident for Drug and Traffic Offenses

**Newark, DE** – The Delaware State Police took 26-year-old Savon Roy of Newark into custody for several drug and traffic charges after a pursuit on Monday afternoon.

On Monday at approximately 1:45 p.m., a trooper identified a gray Ford Fusion with a fictitious Delaware temporary tag on East Chestnut Hill Road near Marrows Road in Newark. Upon confirming the tag’s false registration, the trooper attempted a traffic stop. The driver ignored the stop and accelerated into Brookside Plaza Shopping Center before driving over a curb, across a grassy area, and onto Marrows Road. The vehicle continued moving at high speed onto Kensington Lane before stopping on Korda Drive, where Roy fled on foot but was soon captured.

While in custody, Roy experienced a medical emergency and was taken to a hospital by EMS. During the investigation, remnants of an off-white powder were found in a ripped plastic bag concealed in Roy’s pants. Additionally, a vehicle search uncovered multiple bags containing approximately 61.5 grams of marijuana. A background check showed Roy had an outstanding arrest warrant from the New Castle County Police Department and other pending charges.

Once released from the

Three Arrested in Jersey City and Newark Drug Investigation

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Three Arrested in Jersey City and Newark Drug Investigation

**Jersey City, NJ** – Three individuals were arrested on Wednesday after a prolonged narcotics investigation conducted by the Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office Narcotics Task Force in Jersey City and Newark. The arrests were made following the execution of a court-authorized search warrant at residences on Kensington Avenue in Jersey City and Hunterdon Street in Newark, leading to the seizure of more than 100 grams of suspected cocaine, over 30 grams of suspected heroin, and other suspected prescription drugs.

Errol Allen, a 52-year-old resident of Jersey City, faces charges including the operation of a Controlled Dangerous Substance Production Facility, possession with intent to distribute cocaine and heroin, and possession with intent to distribute prescription legend drugs like Viagra. He was arrested on Kensington Avenue and was taken to the Hudson County Correctional Facility while awaiting his initial court appearance.

Alex Darby, aged 52, from Newark, is charged with similar offenses, including maintaining a drug production facility, possession with intent to distribute cocaine within 1,000 feet of a school, and hindering apprehension. Darby was apprehended on Hunterdon Street and is currently at Essex County Correctional Facility pending his court date.

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Fatal Crash in Newark Under Investigation by State Police

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Fatal Crash in Newark Under Investigation by State Police

**Newark, DE** – Delaware State Police are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred on Tuesday night in Newark, resulting in one death.

On Tuesday, at approximately 9:57 p.m., a 2012 Infiniti G37 was traveling southbound on Salem Church Road, south of Arthurs Drive. The vehicle veered off the roadway, struck a culvert, and overturned multiple times before coming to rest in a driveway on the 700 block of Salem Church Road. Both the driver and the passenger were ejected during the crash, and the driver has yet to be identified.

The vehicle was occupied by a 31-year-old man and a 59-year-old man, both from Newark. The 59-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene, with his identity being withheld until family notification. The 31-year-old sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to a hospital by EMS.

The investigation is ongoing, and the roadway was closed for about 5.5 hours for the scene assessment and clearance. Authorities request any witnesses to contact Master Corporal J. Forester or provide information via the Delaware State Police social media or Crime Stoppers hotline.

Newark Firefighters Save Man After Fall into Passaic River

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Newark Saves Man from Passaic River

**Newark, NJ** – Newark Firefighters and Police successfully rescued a 23-year-old man who fell into the Passaic River on Saturday. The incident occurred on November 2 near Jersey Street and Raymond Boulevard.

At approximately 10:22 p.m., a call reported a man in the water, prompting emergency services to respond. The man was rescued and taken to University Hospital for treatment, where he remains in stable condition.

Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé emphasizes the importance of community assistance in criminal matters. He encourages the public to share information through the 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477).

Tips can also be submitted anonymously via the Police Division’s website. The confidentiality of all tips is maintained, and eligible submissions may result in rewards.

Car Thief Facing Felony Charges in Newark

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Delaware Man Arrested on Felony Charges

**Newark, DE** – Delaware State Police have arrested 51-year-old Elvis Cruz of Newark, Delaware, for multiple felony charges related to investigations of a stolen vehicle and a robbery.

On October 15 at approximately 9:20 a.m., officers responded to a report of a robbery at Walgreens on Ogletown-Stanton Road in Newark. On October 9, a suspect broke a display case, stole merchandise, and threatened a Walgreens employee. No weapon was displayed, and nobody was harmed.

Through investigations, troopers identified Cruz as the suspect and obtained a warrant for his arrest. On October 27 at around 3:32 p.m., police responded to a vehicle theft at Christiana Hospital on Ogletown-Stanton Road. Surveillance and a computer check identified Cruz, who also had a No Contact Order with the hospital.

Troopers found the stolen Toyota Corolla near Cruz’s residence and apprehended him without incident. Cruz was charged with first-degree robbery, theft of a motor vehicle, noncompliance with bond conditions, and criminal mischief under $1,000.

Man Identified in Fatal Newark Hit-and-Run Bicycle Incident

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Man Identified in Fatal Newark Hit-and-Run Bicycle Incident

**Newark, DE** — Delaware State Police have identified Adam Roberts, 40, of New Castle, Delaware, as the victim in a fatal hit-and-run bicycle crash. The incident occurred on October 21 near Newark.

The Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit is conducting an ongoing investigation into the crash. Authorities urge anyone who witnessed the event or has relevant dashcam footage to contact Corporal Grade One D. McKenna at (302) 365-8486.

Additionally, information can be shared via a private Facebook message to the Delaware State Police or through Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

The Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit and Delaware Victim Center provide 24-hour support and resources. They can be reached via a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461) or by email at DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

Victim Identified in Newark Fatal Collision

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Victim Identified in Newark Fatal Collision

**Newark, DE** – Delaware State Police have identified Frank Wolf, an 82-year-old resident of Newark, Delaware, as the person who died in a two-vehicle crash on Tuesday in Newark. The accident occurred on October 17 with the investigation being carried out by the Delaware State Police Troop 2 Collision Reconstruction Unit.

Authorities are currently seeking additional information about the crash. Witnesses or anyone with pertinent details are urged to contact Master Corporal R. Kunicki by dialing (302) 660-4267. Additionally, tips can be submitted through a private message on the Delaware State Police Facebook page or by reaching out to Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-847-3333.

The Delaware State Police Victim Services Unit is available to assist those affected by crimes or sudden deaths. Support is offered 24/7 via a toll-free hotline at 1-800-VICTIM-1 (1-800-842-8461) or by emailing DSP_VictimServicesMail@delaware.gov.

This announcement regarding the identified victim was released by the Delaware State Police. More information on the ongoing investigation can be found on their official website.