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New Jersey Turnpike Toll Booth Attendant Robbed At Knifepoint

NEWARK, N.J. (CBSNewYork/AP) -- State police are seeking a couple wanted in the knifepoint robbery of New Jersey Turnpike toll booth attendant.

It happened around 7:45 p.m. Monday at Interchange 15W in Newark.

The driver of a newer model Toyota Camry got out of the car, pressed a knife to the attendant and demanded the cash drawer, authorities said.

The suspect got back in the car and drove off toward Interstate 280 west.

The car did not have a license plate.

The suspect is believed to be a Hispanic male, approximately 5'9" and 200 pounds, according to state police. He had military style face paint on at the time of the robbery and was wearing a zip-up camouflage sweatshirt with maroon accents.

Police are also looking for a woman who was in the car. She is believed to be in her 20s and was last seen wearing a yellow shirt or dress with a multi-colored tassel.

Police did not disclose how much money was stolen.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the New Jersey State Police Newark Station at 732-441-4500 Ext 1430.

(© Copyright 2017 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. The Associated Press contributed to this report.)

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