Suspect Wanted for Stealing Items from Newark School

By: Tracie Carter

Newark Police requests the public’s help with identifying a suspect, who was captured on surveillance video removing several items from Newton School on July 10.

Police responded to the incident, which occurred at approximately 1:40 a.m.

Authorities say several items, including sneakers, tools, and a tent, were taken by the suspect, who was on surveillance video walking inside of the building.

The suspect is described as a light skin Black male, who was wearing a surgical mask, a blue stripe T-shirt underneath an orange reflective vest, a fitted cap with a logo on the front, blue jeans, and black sneakers.

Director Fragé urges anyone with information about the suspect to call the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477).