Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr., requests the public’s help in locating Ayla R. Fernandez, 12, of Newark, who has been reported missing and was last seen at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, October 9, 2026.
Ayla is described as 4’11” tall, 100 pounds, with black hair that has been dyed green and brown eyes. She was last seen in the area of Central Avenue near Washington Street. She was wearing a green school uniform, khaki pants, and black sneakers.
Director Miranda urges anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Ayla R. Fernandez 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 #police #missing
