The State Police prepared a composite sketch of the suspect (attached), who entered the home around 1:30 p.m. The suspect encountered someone inside trhe home and fled towards the NJ Transit railroad tracks.
He is described as a tall, black male who was wearing a mask that covered the lower portion of his face, as well as a black hoodie and black pants.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Joseph Anderson of the Montclair Police Department at 973-509-4706.
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