Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr., reports a correction to the previous update regarding the location of Sandra Shanks, 60, of Newark, who was reported missing.
Ms. Shanks was located unresponsive inside her home at approximately 1:15 p.m., on Saturday, February 7, 2026. She was pronounced deceased at 1:36 p.m. While this incident remains under investigation, foul play is not suspected.
Director Miranda urges anyone with information regarding any criminal activity to call the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS(1-877-695-8477). All anonymous Crime Stopper tips are kept confidential and could result in a reward.
Anonymous tips may also be made using the Police Division’s website at: https://npd.newarkpublicsafety.orgNewark Police Division. #newarknj #missingperson #police
