Crime & Safety
Missing Newark Woman, 63, Has Been Found (UPDATED)
Newark authorities asked for the public's help finding a missing, 63-year-old woman who has been diagnosed with schizophrenia.
NEWARK, NJ — UPDATE: Newark police said that Seleena Young has been located. Our original article follows below.
Newark authorities are asking for the public’s help finding a missing woman who has been diagnosed with schizophrenia.
According to the Newark Department of Public Safety, Seleena Young, 63, of Newark, was reported missing Tuesday.
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Newark police said:
“Young, diagnosed as schizophrenic, was last seen around 7 a.m. wearing a blue sweatshirt and black slacks when she was reported missing from the 100-block of Ballantine Parkway. Described as 5 feet 2 inches and 120 pounds, Young has brown eyes, a light skin complexion and a salt and pepper-colored afro.”
Anyone with information on Young’s whereabouts can call the Police Division's 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477). Anonymous tips can also be made using the Police Division’s website at www.newarkpublicsafety.org or via its smartphone app.
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Police Seek Help Locating Missing Seleena Young, 63, with Schizophrenia. Last seen 7 a.m. today wearing blue sweatshirt, black slacks at 100 block of Ballantine Pkwy. 5’2”, 120 lbs. with salt and pepper colored Afro. Call: 1-877-NWK-TIPS. https://t.co/k8RthbMvss via @Nextdoor pic.twitter.com/Lk73usguAy
— Dept. Public Safety (@NewarkNJPolice) April 27, 2021
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