Update: Skateboarder Arrested After Knocking Elderly Victim Unconscious In Newark

UPDATE: The alleged suspect has been arrested.

Police are seeking the public's help in identifying a suspect accused of assaulting an elderly man on Friday, Feb. 11 in Newark.
Photo Credit: *Newark Dept. of Public Safety*

02/11/2022 9:42 p.m.

***Original story below***

Police are seeking the identity of a skateboarder who they say assaulted an elderly man on Friday, Feb. 11 in Newark.

The victim was walking when he was knocked unconscious by a suspect riding a skateboard on Ferry Street near Merchant Street around 10 a.m., Newark Public Safety Director Brian A. O’Hara said.

He was taken to University Hospital where he reportedly is in stable condition.

Police say the suspect was wearing a black jacket, red hoodie, beige pants, and red sneakers.

Anyone with information on the incident 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.

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