The Alameda County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in locating a woman who has been missing since June 14. Michelle Azpeitia, 61, was last seen leaving her home in Hayward on the 1500 block of 172nd Avenue, around 10:00 p.m., according to the Alameda County Sheriff's Office. Concern is growing for the 5'6" tall white female, weighing about 150 pounds, with light red/gray hair and brown eyes, due to her uncharacteristic disappearance without notifying her family.
The Alameda County Sheriff's Office would like your help to locate Michelle Azpeitia. If you see Michelle or know her whereabouts, please call 9-1-1 or your local law enforcement agency. pic.twitter.com/HcbKc27dYf
— Alameda County Sheriff (@ACSOSheriffs) June 19, 2024
Azpéitia's last known wardrobe consisted of black pajama pants with a skull pattern and a black shirt. Details regarding whether she had a cell phone or money at the time of her disappearance remain unclear. The Alameda County Sheriff's Office made it clear that "Our Victims are never forgotten" indicating an ongoing commitment to resolving cases of missing individuals within the community.
The authorities urge anyone with information or who might have seen Michelle since she went missing to immediately contact law enforcement. The sheriff's office emphasized the urgency of the situation, encouraging the public to call 9-1-1 or their local law enforcement agency if they encounter her.
The call for public assistance plays a critical role in cases of missing persons, where every moment can be crucial. As time progresses, the paths to locating those who have wandered or been taken away from their normal orbits become narrower, memories fade, and leads cool. In sharing information about Michelle Azpeitia, the Alameda County Sheriff's Office hopes to galvanize community awareness and support, which can often make the difference in reuniting missing persons with their loved ones.
