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City of Newark Police Division
Tuesday June 6th, 2023 :: 04:45 p.m. EDT

Advisory

Police Seek Public's Help Locating Newark Man Wanted for Burglary

Newark Public Safety Director Fritz Fragé reports that an arrest warrant has been issued for Curtis Spears, 59, of Newark, who stole tools from a restaurant he broke into on June 1, 2023. 
 
Police responded to the incident, which occurred at approximately 12 a.m. at NexLevel Eatery, located in the 200 block of 16th Avenue. Spears, who has been charged with burglary, theft, and criminal mischief, was captured on surveillance video breaking a rear glass door and taking a leaf blower and extension cords from the business. 
  
He is 6’1,” weighs 200-240 pounds, and has brown eyes, a bald head, and a light brown complexion. 
 
Director Fragé urges anyone with information on Spears’ whereabouts 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. #newarknj #publicsafety #police #community #partnership #newjersey #cops #tips #CrimeStoppers

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City of Newark Police Division
480 Clinton Ave
Newark, NJ 07108

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