Seen Them? Suspects Who Robbed Patron Of Newark Diner Sought

Police in Newark are asking the public's help identifying two people who robbed a man July 21 shortly after he left a diner in the Ironbound.

Police are looking for this pair, who allegedly followed a man out of an Ironbound diner and robbed him.
Photo Credit: *Newark police*

Paul Milo

07/31/2019 1:57 p.m.

Two people followed the man out of the diner at Wilson and Ferry streets around 5 a.m. When he noticed he was being followed, the victim ran. One of the suspects caught up to him and pulled a knife, then demanded his belongings.

The man handed over a wallet containing $1,500, a cell phone and other items.

One of the suspects is a Hispanic male or female, 5'1" to 5'3", with a medium complexion and short black hair. This person was wearing dark blue or black top and dark blue jeans.

The other suspect is described as a white male, 5'7", with a broad build and a dark beard. He was wearing a dark top, cutoff cargo shorts and boots.

Anyone with information about these suspects is urged to call the police 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477) or 1-877-NWK-GUNS (1-877-695-4867). All anonymous Crime Stopper tips are kept confidential and could result in a reward.

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