2NEWARK, NJ – Newark police are asking for the public’s help identifying two men wanted in connection with a violent robbery that occurred early Friday morning on Adams Street.

Investigators said the attack happened around 5:30 a.m. on the 100 block of Adams Street.

Three suspects approached a man from behind and demanded cash before striking him with a handgun when he said he had none.

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Police arrested 24-year-old Mahrie Motley in connection with the Adams Street robbery.

Two additional suspects remain at large and are sought by Newark detectives.

Tips can be submitted anonymously to 1-877-NWK-TIPS and may qualify for a reward.

Victim assaulted and robbed on Adams Street

According to Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda Sr., the victim was able to reach the cit

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