Newark Man Wanted for Strangulation

On August 24, 2021, at about 1816 hours, Newark Police responded to the 300 block of Amoroso Way, for a report of a physical altercation.

The victim reported to officers that her ex-boyfriend was staying at her residence.  The victim stated that they engaged in a verbal argument that turned physical when the suspect struck the victim in the face and strangled the victim.

The suspect has been identified as Desi Roberson, 23 of Newark.

On August 24, 2021, a warrant for Roberson’s arrest was issued by Justice of the Peace Court #2 for charges Strangulation, Terroristic Threatening and Offensive Touching.

Anyone with information about Roberson’s location is asked to contact Newark Police at (302) 366-7111 or 9-1-1. Additional methods for providing information to Newark Police can be found on our tips page, where reward information may also be available.

Desi Roberson