Man, 60, robbed by three assailants, police say
Police released images of two suspects wanted in the armed robbery (Photo: Dept of Public Safety)
Officers responded to the robbery around 5:15 p.m. around South 12th Street, near 14th Avenue, according to authorities. Three assailants threatened the victim at gunpoint and demanded his money.
One robber took off on a bicycle and the others fled on foot, police said. Officers soon learned another man reported he was threatened at gunpoint in the same area.
Police said they searched the neighborhood and arrested one suspect, identified as Tareef Atkins, 20, of Newark. He faces charges of robbery, conspiracy and weapons offenses.
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Police released photos of the other two suspects Tuesday.
Anyone with information about the other assailants was asked to call the Newark 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477) or 1-877-NWK-GUNS (1-877-695-4867). Police said all tips are kept confidential and could result in a reward.
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