Updated: SAPD reconnects elderly woman with her family

UPDATE: The SAPD has issued a notification advising that they have reunited an elderly woman who was found wandering on Saturday, with her family.  Kudos to our police department for their hard work on a holiday weekend!

Alert: Santa Ana Police request assistance in identifying a found elderly female Hispanic approx 70 yr old. Only known as Lupe, possible Dementia

SANTA ANA – Santa Ana Police Department requesting assistance in identifying a found elderly female Hispanic approx 70 yr old wearing a grey shirt over an orange and black long sleeve shirt, pink polka dot pants.

Officers dispatched to the 2100 blk W.Myrtle regarding the female who appeared to be lost or possible dementia. Female who speaks only Spanish can only provide officers with the name Lupe. An area check and records check has failed to uncover any leads as to where the female resides. There have been no missing person calls.

Officers have transported the woman to a local hospital and are contacting Adult Protective Services. Any one with information can contact SAPD Station Supervisor at 714-245-8701.

For full details, view this message on the web.

Sent by Santa Ana Police Department, 60 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701

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