Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr., requests the public’s help in locating Maria Loja Guasco, 17, of Newark, who was reported missing Tuesday, October 27, 2026.
Maria was last seen at 2:50 p.m. at South Street near Orchard Street. She is described as Hispanic, 5’2” tall, 160 pounds, with black hair, and brown eyes. She was wearing a pink shirt, gray pants, and pink sandals. She was last seen with her entire face covered in red makeup.
Director Miranda urges anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Maria Loja Guasco 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 #missingpersons #teen #tips
