Glen Ridge police issue an alert to residents

GLEN RIDGE, NJ — This alert was released by Glen Ridge Police Chief Sheila Byron-Lagattuta
The Glen Ridge Police Department is currently investigating the report of an attempted armed robbery which took place on Outlook Place, close to Forest Avenue at 7:48 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 3.

The suspect, who is described as a black male, wearing a red sweatshirt and armed with a handgun, demanded money from a couple who were out walking. Subsequently the man entered a dark colored sedan, which headed east on Outlook Place.

If you have any information that could assist the department with this investigation, contact Detective Patricia Romaine at 973-748-5400, ext. 120, or via email [email protected]

Additionally, the department is investigating an assault that took place in the area of 20 Stonehouse Road at 10:12 p.m. on Saturday, Nov, 4.
A pedestrian reports that while walking on the sidewalk, he was assaulted by a male subject who is described as a thin black male, 6 foot 2 inches in height. The suspect was wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt and jeans. The victim was punched multiple times in the face and upper body. If you have any information that could assist the department with this investigation, contact Detective Anthony Rivera at 973-748-5400, ext. 119 or via email at [email protected].

Due to this uptick in crimes against persons, all residents are urged to be vigilant in reporting any criminal or suspicious behavior you observe. Call the police desk at 973-748-5400 or 9-1-1 for an emergency.