5 Masked Men Accused Of Robbing Newark Business At Gunpoint

NEWARK, NJ — Newark police are searching for five men who allegedly robbed a local business at gunpoint, authorities announced Tuesday.

According to the Newark Department of Public Safety, the robbery took place on Feb. 15. Here’s what happened, authorities said:

“At approximately 3:10 p.m., police responded to a business on the 900-block of 18th Avenue after getting a call about an armed robbery. A group of five males wearing masks and armed with handguns entered the establishment demanding cash. One victim was placed face-down with a gun to the back of his head as one of the suspects went through his pockets. A second victim was held at gunpoint in the lobby of the building, and an employee was struck with a handgun by one of the suspects … The suspects fled, heading westbound on 18th Avenue, with cash and stolen personal property.”

The injured victim was transported to University Hospital and is reportedly in stable condition, authorities said.

Detectives have released surveillance photos of the suspects (see below).

Police 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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