On May 13, 2020, at about 1725 hours, Newark Police responded to a residence in the unit block of Choate Street for a report of a loud party.  Arriving officers observed a large group of about 15 subjects in the front and side yards of the residence.  As officers approached the residence, some subjects fled through backyards and others were detained at the scene.

Officers charged six subjects with violating the Newark ordinance prohibiting gatherings of more than ten people.  All of the subjects were issued summonses at the scene and released to appear in court at a later date.

On May 7, 2020, at about 2015 hours, Newark Police were dispatched to a residence in the unit block of Benny Street for a report of a large gathering.  Arriving officers found a group of approximately 15-20 people, some of whom fled upon police arrival.

Officers detained the twelve persons who remained at the scene and charged each with violating Newark’s ordinance prohibiting gatherings of more than ten people during the state of emergency.  Each of the subjects, all of whom were males, was issued a summons and released at the scene for a court appearance at a later date.

The public is reminded that during the state of emergency, gatherings are discouraged and must be maintained at less than 10 people per the Governor’s state of emergency order and the City of Newark emergency ordinance.

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