Police Seek Public’s Help Identifying Hit and Run Suspect 
Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragérequests the public’s help with identifying a suspect in connection with a hit and run accident on August 6, 2022
The accident occurred at approximately 8:57 p.m. at South Orange and Sanford avenues when the vehicle, possibly a grey Chevy Malibu, struck a pedestrian at that intersection. The vehicle, pictured below, has rear bumper damage and a broken front windshield. It fled southbound on Sanford Avenue and westbound on Fortuna Street. The victim was treated at University Hospital
Director Fragé urges anyone with information about the accident to call the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-
8477). All anonymous Crime Stopper tips are kept confidential and could result in a reward. Anonymous tips may also be made using the Police Division’s website at: https://npd.newarkpublicsafety.orgNewark Police Division or through our Smartphone App available at your App Store. Search Newark Police Division to download the App.
Address/Location
City of Newark Police Division
480 Clinton Ave
Newark, NJ 07108
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 973-733-6000
