Crime & Safety
2 Masked Men Carjack Driver In Newark; Police Search For Suspects
The car was found five days later in Jersey City, police said.
NEWARK, NJ — Newark police are searching for two people who allegedly carjacked a driver on Irvine Turner Boulevard earlier this month, authorities announced Monday.
The Newark Department of Public Safety released the following details about the carjacking, which took place on Feb. 11:
“At approximately 2 a.m., the victim was leaving his residence on the 400-block of Irvine Turner Boulevard when two individuals wearing black clothing and ski masks assaulted him. They rifled through his pockets and took his car keys and vehicle, a 2018 grey Chevrolet Malibu. Police located the vehicle five days later in Jersey City on Feb. 16.”
Newark police released surveillance photos of the suspects, which can be seen below.
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Authorities said anyone with information can contact the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477). Anonymous tips can also be made using the Police Division’s website.
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