Newark Incident: Sanitation Worker Charged with Assault After Allegedly Pointing Handgun at Driver!
Newark police responded to a distress call involving a man with a gun at the intersection of South 14th Street and Springfield Avenue. The incident occurred around 7:16 a.m. and quickly escalated when a female driver reported a confrontation with a city sanitation worker.
According to the source, the sanitation worker, identified as Rahman Grimsley, allegedly pointed a handgun at the woman during their altercation. Police arrived at the scene shortly after the call and arrested Grimsley without incident. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in connection with the confrontation.
Following the incident, Grimsley faces multiple serious charges. Authorities have charged him with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, unlawful possession of an assault weapon, and possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose. The police have not yet released further details on what led to the altercation or whether the weapon was legally owned.
The situation has raised concerns in the community, highlighting ongoing issues around workplace stress, safety, and public conduct among city workers. Newark officials have assured the public that they take such incidents seriously and are committed to ensuring a safe environment for all citizens.
For now, the police are continuing their investigation to determine any further details surrounding the incident. Newark residents are reminded to stay vigilant and report any suspicious or dangerous behaviour to authorities to help maintain public safety.