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Man Accused Of Exposing, Touching Himself In Front Of Kids In Newark

NEWARK, N.J. (CBSNewYork) -- Newark Public Safety officials are trying to identify a man accused of committing lewd acts in front of children.

The incident happened on Sept. 4 around 8:30 a.m.

According to the Newark Department of Public Safety, someone called police and said a man was exposing and touching himself in public at Bergen Street and 17th Avenue. The caller said children were present at the time of the incident.

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The suspect fled the scene. He is described as 6 feet 2 inches tall with a slim build and dark complexion. At the time of the incident, he was wearing a khaki jacket, a purple baseball cap and black-and-white sneakers.

Police ask anyone who recognizes the suspect or anyone who has information regarding this incident to call 1-877-695-8477 or 1-877-695-4867. Anonymous tips can also be left online at newarkpdonline.org.

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