Left: Ruffini, circa 1996;
Right: Age-progression to an unknown age
Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance
Vital Statistics at Time of Disappearance
Missing Since: January 26, 1996 from Edison, New Jersey Classification: Endangered Missing Date Of Birth: June 20, 1968 Age: 27 years old Height and Weight: 5'2 - 5'4, 120 - 140 pounds Distinguishing Characteristics: Caucasian female. Brown hair, blue eyes. Ruffini has scars on both wrists and a scar under her eyebrow. Her nickname is Missy and she may go by the names Missy Kontowt and/or Maryanne Kontowt. Clothing/Jewelry Description: A size 13/14 Rangers jacket, size 8 blue jeans, white socks and white Nike sneakers. Medical Conditions: Ruffini suffers from bipolar disorder.
Details of Disappearance
Ruffini was last seen at her residence in Edison, New Jersey on January 26, 1996. She got into an argument with her husband and left home during the early morning hours. Ruffini was carrying a black handbag at the time of her disappearance. She has never been heard from again. She has traveled to the Inglewood, California area in the past, but her current whereabouts are unknown.
Investigating Agency
Source Information
Updated 2 times since October 12, 2004.
Last updated October 9, 2010; middle name, age-progression and alternate height and weight added, distinguishing characteristics updated.
If you have any information concerning this case, please contact:
Edison Police Department
732-248-7400
New Jersey State Police
The Doe Network
NamUs
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