The Los Angeles Police Department is urgently seeking the public's help in tracing the steps of Matilde Soto, a missing elderly woman whose disappearance has sparked immediate concern due to her medical condition. Soto, aged 74, was last spotted in the bustling cityscape of Los Angeles, specifically the 2100 block of 81st street, early on the morning of February 12, 2024. Her family and the LAPD's Missing Persons Unit are working relentlessly to gather any information that could lead to her safe return.
Described as a female Hispanic of 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing approximately 150 pounds. Soto's physical features may catch an observant eye, especially considering the pink beanie hat, burgundy sweater, and grey pants she was wearing when she went missing. Given her medical condition, causing her to sometimes walk away and not easily engage with strangers, the sense of urgency to find her intensifies with each passing hour. As reported by the LAPD's official X account, Soto's tendency for memory loss and confusion could potentially place her in unforeseen peril.
LAPD NEWS: Critical Missing Elderly Adult pic.twitter.com/Awae8tuyJv
— LAPD PIO (@LAPDPIO) February 13, 2024
Officer Hendrickson of the Missing Persons Unit is the point of contact for tips or sightings, reachable at the direct line (213) 996-1800. The LAPD has made it clear that they are available to receive information 24/7 through their LAPD-24-7 number (1-877-527-3247) and put considerable emphasis on citizens utilizing the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers anonymous line at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477) if they prefer confidentiality. The police department has also advised that informants can submit tips through the "P3 Tips" mobile application, selecting the L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers as their local program.
Any information about Matilde Soto can potentially be the crucial piece that aids the LAPD and her family in their relentless pursuit to ensure her safety and well-being.
