NEWARK, DE — Newark police are asking for the public’s help in locating a man wanted in connection with a series of serious allegations involving violence and theft.
According to the Newark Police Department, authorities are attempting to locate Jeremy King, a 40-year-old white male with a last known address in Bear, Delaware. Police said King is wanted on an active warrant that includes three counts of alleged strangulation and one count of alleged theft.
King is described as approximately 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighing about 165 pounds. Investigators said he may be operating a silver 2014 Acura with Delaware registration number 232025.
Police have not released additional details regarding the circumstances that led to the warrant but emphasized that the charges are allegations contained in a criminal complaint. Any suspect, arrestee, or defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Authorities urged anyone who sees King or knows his whereabouts to contact their local police department or call 9-1-1. Those with additional information may also contact Cpl. Ryan Hultberg of the Newark Police Department at (302) 366-7100, extension 3430, or by email at rhultberg@newark.de.us. Police noted that a reward may be available.
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