Police are requesting the public’s assistance in locating the below pictured woman, Muditha Hettiarachchi, 38, of Newark.
Ms. Hettiarachchi, who was reported missing by her husband, Janarthan Velupillai, weighs approximately 150 lbs., is 4’8” tall and of a medium build.
She has brown eyes, black hair and a mole on the bridge of her nose.
She was last seen on Thursday, October 13, 2016 in the area of Bloomfield and 1st avenues wearing a black sweater.
While police are actively searching for Ms. Hettiarachchi, we seek the public’s assistance in quickly locating and returning her to her family.
Mr. Velupillai is offering a $5,000.00 reward to anyone who can provide specific information on his wife’s whereabouts.
Public Safety Director Anthony F. Ambrose is urging anyone with information about Mudith Hettiarachchi to call the Department's 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477) or 1-877-NWK-GUNS (1-877-695-4867).
All anonymous Crime Stopper tips are kept confidential and could result in a reward.
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