Jonathan Reserve, 19, struck the victim with closed fists near Poe and South Orange avenues around 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Newark Public Safety Director Anthony F. Ambrose said.
The EMT was transported to University Hospital for treatment.
Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Reserve is urged to call the Division's 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477). All anonymous Crime Stopper tips are kept confidential and could result in a reward.
Anonymous tips may also be made using the Police Division’s website at: www.newarkpd.org or through our Smartphone App available at iTunes and Google Play. Search Newark Police Division to download the App.
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