Crime & Safety
Prom Tuxedo Thieves Arrested in Union County: Police
Two teens assaulted another teen and stole his rented tuxedo for a prom, an Apple iPhone, and his wallet, police report
Linden, NJ -- Two men who stole a Union County teen's tuxedo for prom were arrested, Linden Police announced.
A 19-year-old Linden teen reported two acquaintances assaulted him and stole his rented tuxedo for a prom, an Apple iPhone, and his wallet.
When the victim tried to follow the men they turned around and hit him in the face causing a cut to his forehead, according to the police report.
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Kobe K. West and Cameron Burns, both 18, of Linden were arrested at their homes and charged with assault and theft.
They were each released on a summons pending a June 1 court date in municipal court.
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(Photos provided: Pictured from left - Cameron Burns, age 18 and Kobe K. West, age 18 of Linden)
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