Crime & Safety
Missing NJ Man Has Connection To Ecuadorian Embassy: Police
Police said the Roseland resident contacted his family before he went missing. His car was found in Newark with a wallet and phone inside.
ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Police are asking for help finding a missing Essex County resident who is connected with the Ecuadorian Embassy, authorities announced Thursday afternoon.
Edmundo Alfonso Morales, 66, of Roseland, was reported missing on Nov. 1, according to the Newark Department of Public Safety.
Newark police released the following missing person advisory:
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“Morales, who is connected with the Ecuadorian Embassy, was reported missing at 11:15 p.m. and reportedly made suicidal threats to his family before he went missing. Mr. Morales’ phone was tracked to Mulberry Street and Edison Place in Newark, where his car was located with his wallet and phone inside.”
Police said Morales is 5 feet 9 inches and 170 pounds. He was wearing a blue flannel plaid shirt, blue jeans, brown shoes, and a gold wedding band.
Authorities said anyone with information can contact the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stopper tip line at 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477). Anonymous tips can also be made using the Police Division’s website.
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