Newark Woman Missing, Diagnosed With Schizophrenia: Police

Newark NJ

27 April, 2021

3:59 PM

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NEWARK, NJ — 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. 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. 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 Send local news tips and correction requests to [email protected] Sign up for Patch email newsletters. Learn more about posting announcements or events to your local Patch site. Keep updated with local public safety alerts at the Patch Newark Facebook page.