Authorities are asking for your help locating a man wanted in connection to a stabbing in North Jersey late Tuesday night.

Officials say at around 10:20 on the night of July 2nd, state troopers responded to a report of a stabbing victim at a home on Meadow Cliff Lane in Hardwick Township, Warren County.

Nelson Ariel Orellana-Vargas Wanted in New Jersey

By the time they arrived, the suspect, 23-year-old Nelson Ariel Orellana-Vargas, had fled the scene.

Stabbing in Hardwick Township NJ - Photo: Google Maps / Canva
Stabbing in Hardwick Township NJ - Photo: Google Maps / Canva
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Orellana-Vargas is described as follows:

  • Hispanic male
  • 5’ 1” tall
  • Approximately 140 pounds

Police say he was last seen wearing a black t-shirt with a dragon on it and jeans.

Nelson Ariel Orellana-Vargas wanted by New Jersey State Police - Photo: New Jersey State Police
Nelson Ariel Orellana-Vargas wanted by New Jersey State Police - Photo: New Jersey State Police
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Anyone with information is asked to contact the New Jersey State Police Troop “B” Hope Station at (908) 459-5098. Anonymous tips are welcome.

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