Full Notification

Newark Public Safety Director Anthony F. Ambrose is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Tymara Lovett-Sankara, 24, of Newark, who is wanted for questioning in connection with a shooting that occurred on Sunday, January 12, 2020.

Shortly after 8:30 p.m., police responded to 70 Crawford Street on a call of shots fired. A male fired a handgun at another man following a quarrel. No injuries have been reported, but police located a parked vehicle that was damaged by gunfire following this incident. The suspect fled in a gray Dodge Stratus bearing a temporary license plate. The suspect vehicle has heavy damage to the front bumper, driver’s side rear door and passenger side.

Detectives investigating are seeking the public’s help in quickly locating Lovett-Sankara as part of this investigation.
Director Ambrose urges anyone with information about the whereabouts of Tymara Lovett-Sankara to call the Department'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 the Newark Police Division Smartphone App available at iTunes and Google Play.