NEWARK, NJ — A 60-year-old woman who had been reported missing was found dead inside her home Saturday afternoon.
Sandra Shanks, of Newark, was located unresponsive at approximately 1:15 p.m. on Feb. 7.
She was pronounced deceased at 1:36 p.m.
The incident remains under investigation, but foul play is not suspected, according to Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr.
Anyone with information regarding any criminal activity is urged to call the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS.
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 npd.newarkpublicsafety.org.
