Masked suspect caught on camera stealing $2,500 e-bike in Newark

Police say the masked suspect rode off on the stolen bike along Court Street

NEWARK, NJ – A $2,500 e-bike disappeared from behind the lobby of a Newark apartment complex while its owner was visiting relatives, and surveillance video captured a masked suspect taking the bike and fleeing along Court Street, according to city public safety officials.

The theft occurred July 31 in the 100 block of Court Street.

The victim had parked the e-bike at approximately 8 p.m. the previous evening and discovered it missing when he returned the next day.

Surveillance camera captures theft

Newark police said surveillance footage sh...