NEWARK, NJ – Newark Public Safety Director Emanuel Miranda, Sr. has announced the search for Khalani Hamirah Gray, a 14-year-old girl reported missing on Monday, October 13. Authorities confirmed that Khalani was last seen at 8:10 a.m. near Chancellor Avenue and Summit Avenue.
Described as African American, Khalani stands at 5 feet 4 inches tall and weighs 160 pounds. At the time of her disappearance, she was wearing a black and white shirt, a pink sweater, black pants, and black and white Nike sneakers. Khalani has a burgundy box braid hairstyle.
Director Miranda reported that Khalani’s physical and mental condition is good. There is a possibility she left the state via public transportation to meet friends.
“Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Khalani Hamirah Gray is urged to call the Police Division’s 24-hour Crime Stoppers tip line,” Miranda stated. The tip line number is 1-877-NWK-TIPS (1-877-695-8477).
The Police Division assures that all anonymous Crime Stoppers tips are kept confidential and could potentially lead to a reward. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the Police Division’s website.
The community is encouraged to assist in the search efforts as authorities continue to investigate this case.
