NEWARK, N.J. — Authorities are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a woman suspected of shoplifting items from a Starbucks on Mayor Kenneth A. Gibson Boulevard, Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda Sr. announced Wednesday.
The incident occurred at approximately 8:28 a.m. on January 20, 2025. According to police, the suspect, described as a Black female, entered the Starbucks and placed several items — including a coffee cup, a French press, and a large plastic cup — into a silver bag before leaving without paying.
Surveillance footage captured the suspect inside the store, and police have released her image in an effort to identify her.
Director Miranda urged anyone with information about the woman’s identity to contact the Newark Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477).