Up to a $1,000 Reward Offered for Info on Strong Arm Robberies

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for anyone with information leading to arrest in two strong arm robberies in Newark. The Newark Police Department reports around 8 p.m. on Aug. 8, a man stopped to check the engine of his motorized bike at the intersection of W. Main and Sixth St., and was assaulted. The suspect fled with the bike which was later recovered.

Police also report around 1 a.m. on Aug. 1, a man was assaulted by two men while walking on W. Church St. between 9^th and 10^th Streets. The suspects attempted to take the victim's money, but left without it. The first suspect is described as a white male with a mohawk haircut, wearing a white shirt and blue jeans, between 27-34 years old, around 6 feet tall, and weighing 230 pounds. The second suspect is described as a 20-60 year old male, around 5-feet-10 inches tall, and wearing a white shirt and blue jeans.

Anyone with information on these crimes is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888 or 1-888-488-9058. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time.

Crime Stoppers also takes calls from persons with information about any felony. Information leading to the arrest and indictment of a felony suspect could qualify the caller for a reward as determined by the Crime Stoppers’ Board. Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization. Reward money comes from private individuals, businesses, and foundations that see Crime Stoppers as an integral tool in the community’s fight against crime. Tax-deductible donations can be sent to: Licking County Crime Stoppers, Inc., P.O. Box 304, Newark, OH 43058-0304.

Up to a $1,000 Reward Offered for Info on Thefts at Circle K

Suspect #1 at Circle K on W. Main in Newark.

Suspect #2 at Circle K on W. Main in Newark.

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for anyone with information leading to an arrest in thefts at two Newark convenience stores. The Newark Police Department reports around 5 p.m. on July 19, two black male suspects entered Circle K at 599 W. Main and stole 17 cartons of cigarettes while the store clerk was in the back room. The suspects then went to Circle K at 34 S. 30^th St., just minutes later, and stole more cigarettes while the clerk was in the back room.

The suspect's vehicle is described as a gold 2011 Toyota.

Anyone with information on these crimes is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888 or 1-888-488-9058. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time.

Crime Stoppers also takes calls from persons with information about any felony. Information leading to the arrest and indictment of a felony suspect could qualify the caller for a reward as determined by the Crime Stoppers’ Board. Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization. Reward money comes from private individuals, businesses, and foundations that see Crime Stoppers as an integral tool in the community’s fight against crime. Tax-deductible donations can be sent to: Licking County Crime Stoppers, Inc., P.O. Box 304, Newark, OH 43058-0304.

Up to a $1,000 Reward Offered for Info on Home Burglary

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for anyone with information leading to an arrest in a home burglary while the victims were in the home. The Newark Police Department reports overnight on Aug. 15, someone entered a home on N. Williams St. and stole cash, jewelry, and electronic items while the victims were asleep in the home.

Anyone with information on this crime is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888 or 1-888-488-9058. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time.

Crime Stoppers also takes calls from persons with information about any felony. Information leading to the arrest and indictment of a felony suspect could qualify the caller for a reward as determined by the Crime Stoppers’ Board. Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization. Reward money comes from private individuals, businesses, and foundations that see Crime Stoppers as an integral tool in the community’s fight against crime. Tax-deductible donations can be sent to: Licking County Crime Stoppers, Inc., P.O. Box 304, Newark, OH 43058-0304.

Up to a $1,000 Reward Offered for Info on Thefts in Heath



Theft Suspect at Walmart in Heath.



Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for anyone with information leading to an arrest in a series of thefts from several stores in Heath. The Heath Police Department reports on Aug. 6, a female suspect stole wallets, credit cards, and money from employee break-rooms at several stores in Heath.

The thefts occurred at Michael's Crafts, Best Buy, Petland, Aeropostale, Elder Beerman, and Target. The stolen credit cards were then used to buy items at Target, Walmart, and Toys R Us. The suspect tried unsuccessfully to purchase items at Staples, Speedway and other locations in Heath.

The suspect is described as a heavier set white female, with tattoos on both arms and one on the left side of her neck. The tattoo on her right arm may possibly be a heart with some sort of green scroll. At the time of the crimes, the suspect was driving a silver or gold colored four door vehicle.

The same suspect has been identified as having committed similar offenses from at least four store locations in Zanesville on Aug. 4^th. Credit cards stolen in those incidents were subsequently used in Cambridge.

Anyone with information on this crime is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888.

Theft suspect's vehicle in Heath.



Theft suspect at Best Buy in Heath.









Up to a $1,000 Reward Offered for Info on Mosquito Truck Shooting

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for anyone with information leading to an arrest in a shooting in a north Newark neighborhood. The Newark Police Department reports around 9:30 p.m. on Aug. 8, someone fired multiple gunshots at a truck that was spraying for mosquitoes on Cherry St. between Maple Ave. and Hollander St. The driver escaped serious injury even though the driver's side door was hit by a shot.

Anyone with information on this crime is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888 or 1-888-488-9058. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time.

Crime Stoppers also takes calls from persons with information about any felony. Information leading to the arrest and indictment of a felony suspect could qualify the caller for a reward as determined by the Crime Stoppers’ Board. Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization. Reward money comes from private individuals, businesses, and foundations that see Crime Stoppers as an integral tool in the community’s fight against crime. Tax-deductible donations can be sent to: Licking County Crime Stoppers, Inc., P.O. Box 304, Newark, OH 43058-0304.

Up to a $1,000 Reward Offered for Info on Theft from Storage Shed

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for anyone with information leading to an arrest in a theft from a storage unit. The Newark Police Department reports between June 26-28, someone broke into a storage unit in the 1100 block of Mt. Vernon Rd. and stole the following items: a 2007 Pitbull Mini Bike and miscellaneous tools.

Anyone with information on this crime is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888 or 1-888-488-9058. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time.

Crime Stoppers also takes calls from persons with information about any felony. Information leading to the arrest and indictment of a felony suspect could qualify the caller for a reward as determined by the Crime Stoppers’ Board. Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization. Reward money comes from private individuals, businesses, and foundations that see Crime Stoppers as an integral tool in the community’s fight against crime. Tax-deductible donations can be sent to: Licking County Crime Stoppers, Inc., P.O. Box 304, Newark, OH 43058-0304.

Up to $1,000 Reward for Information on Car Theft with Child in Car

Licking County Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $1,000 reward for anyone with information leading to an arrest in a car theft while a small child was in the car. The Newark Police Department reports on July 23, a 2003 gold Chevy Malibu was stolen on Robbins Drive.  Inside of the vehicle at the time it was stolen, was a three year-old boy.  His parents were unloading groceries, and when they walked back outside, their vehicle along with the child were gone.  Shortly thereafter, the vehicle and the child (unharmed and asleep) were located in the parking lot at the Cedar Grill on N. Cedar Street. 

Anyone with information on this crime is urged to call the Licking County Crime Stoppers at 740-349-6888 or 1-888-488-9058. A special coding system protects the identity of the caller but allows for the reward to be issued at a later time.

Crime Stoppers also takes calls from persons with information about any felony. Information leading to the arrest and indictment of a felony suspect could qualify the caller for a reward as determined by the Crime Stoppers’ Board. Crime Stoppers is a non-profit organization. Reward money comes from private individuals, businesses, and foundations that see Crime Stoppers as an integral tool in the community’s fight against crime. Tax-deductible donations can be sent to: Licking County Crime Stoppers, Inc., P.O. Box 304, Newark, OH 43058-0304.