Philadelphia police seek public’s help in locating missing woman

Philadelphia Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Missing Woman

PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating Ashley Oteri, a 37-year-old woman who has been reported missing from the city’s 1st District. Oteri was last seen on the morning of August 29, 2024, around 8:00 a.m., in the 200 block of South 8th Street.

Oteri is described as 5 feet 1 inch tall, weighing approximately 110 pounds. She was last seen wearing a tan hat, green joggers, glasses with green flower patterns, pink Crocs, and carrying a black and white checkered backpack.

Authorities are urging anyone with information on Oteri’s whereabouts to contact the South Detective Division at 215-686-3013 or dial 911 immediately.

The Philadelphia Police Department is actively investigating the case and seeks the community’s help in ensuring Oteri’s safe return.

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