Crime & Safety
‘Strong-Arm Robber’ Stole From 2 Juveniles In Maplewood: Police
The suspect stopped two juveniles and went through their pockets, removing personal items. Then he ran away, police said.
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — A “strong-arm robber” stole personal belongings from two juveniles in Maplewood earlier this month, police recently reported.
According to the Maplewood Police Department, officers responded to the West Parker Avenue Student Parking Lot om March 7 after getting a report about a robbery.
A male suspect stopped two juveniles and went through their pockets, removing personal items. The suspect then ran away towards Jefferson Avenue, authorities said.
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Nobody was injured, police added.
The Maplewood Police Youth Aid Bureau is investigating the incident. Anyone with information or video footage can contact Maplewood police at SGyimoty@maplewoodnj.gov or 973-762-3400.
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