Police in Kearny are searching for a man who they say snapped a selfie of himself on a stolen iPhone.

Shortly after the victim reported the stolen phone to police on May 16, a selfie appeared on the social media account of the victim, according to a statement released by Kearny police on July 3.

But it wasn’t the victim’s photo. Instead, the mug of the wide-eyed perpetrator, with black glasses and black facial hair, showed up on the victim’s Instagram story — a running timeline of photos or videos posted on the popular social media app.

Now, police are asking the public to help them identify the alleged iPhone thief.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Kearny Police Detective Bureau by emailing tips@kearnynjpd.org or calling 201-998-1313, ext. 2833. Police said all tips will remain confidential.

Alex Napoliello may be reached at anapoliello@njadvancemedia.com. Follow him on Twitter @alexnapoNJ. Find NJ.com on Facebook.

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