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City of Newark Police Division
Friday May 24th, 2024 :: 08:11 p.m. EDT

Advisory

Police Seek Help Identifying Shoplifting Suspect

Newark Public Safety Director Fritz G. Fragé seeks the public’s assistance in identifying the below-pictured male suspect in connection with a shoplifting incident that occurred on Monday, May 20, 2024.

At approximately 11 a.m., the suspect entered a jewelry store located on Ferry Street near Congress Street, removed a bracelet, and left the store without paying for the item. The suspect was last seen walking westbound on Ferry Street.

Detectives seek the public’s help in quickly identifying this suspect. He was wearing a tan shirt, black hat, and a black surgical mask. 

Director Fragé urges anyone with information about the identity of this suspect 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: Anonymous tips may also be made using the Police Division’s website at: Submit a Crime Tip - Newark Department of Public Safety. #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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