By: Tracie Carter

Newark police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two men accused of shoplifting perfume from a women’s apparel store last week.

According to officials, the theft occurred on Monday, July 28, 2025, at approximately 3:35 p.m. at Tutti Fruit Boutique, located in the 200 block of Ferry Street.

Surveillance footage shows the suspects browsing the store before requesting to view several fragrances.

Police say Suspect #1 paid for an item but concealed stolen merchandise valued at $396 in a backpack.

He then exited the store with a second suspect without paying for the concealed items.

Suspect #1 is described as a Black male in his late 30s with a stocky build.

He was last seen wearing a black T-shirt with orange lettering spelling “Brute,” black shorts

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